From June 21 to June 27, filming activities, production vehicles and film equipment will be located on:
West side, Kent Street between Homewood Avenue and Aberdeen Avenue
East side Locke Street between Homewood Avenue and Stanley Street
South side of Homewood Avenue
Parking may be limited at times when visiting Locke Branch. Thank you in advance for your patience.
Published:
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 2:30pm
Construction work at Barton Branch
The entrance to the Barton Branch parking lot off of Milton St. is currently inaccessible due to construction. The parking lot can still be accessed via the alley off Fullerton St. during this time.
Published:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 9:15am
Phishing Scheme
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Published:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Bookmobile Service Modification
Due to Driver availability, Bookmobile has the following schedule modifications for the month of June. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Hamilton Public Library offers a wealth of career opportunities from working in branches as an Information Clerk and Librarian to behind-the-scenes roles in Information Technology, Technical Services, Human Resources and more.
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
How to apply HPL welcomes online applications. Please email your resume to recruit@hpl.ca. Resumes are kept on file for six months. You can also apply in person at the branch associated with the position.
Page duties include
Shelving library materials
Ensuring shelves and public areas are neat and in good order
Assisting library staff with basic daily operations
Pages work part-time, supporting library staff with day-to-day operations. Applicants must have completed Grade 8.
To be considered for future Page positions, please print and complete the Employment Application Form and submit it to the branch where you would prefer to work.
HPL welcomes resumes. Please email yours to recruit@hpl.ca . Resumes remain on file for six months.
“I enjoy working at HPL because it allows me to introduce Members to technology and resources that are new to them. I also like seeing the smiles on faces of fellow Filipinos who see me working here. Punta na sa library, Kabayan! (Go to the library, my fellow countryman.)”
Team HPL's Jennie H.
“Hamilton Public Library is a unique environment where all people can gather and be welcomed! Working here gave me the opportunity to get my Canadian experience as a newcomer and to become more familiar with Canadian culture."
Yashar M., former Team HPL member
The Hamilton Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources about any accommodation you require. HPL retains resumes and/or applications for six months. Only candidates selected for interviews are contacted.