Terryberry Accessible Washroom on the 1st Floor - Out of Order
The accessible washroom on the 1st floor of Terryberry library is unavailable.
All Branches - HPL Guest WiFi Not Available
IT maintenance is scheduled from 8 am to 10:30 am on Sunday, January 19. This will impact access to HPL's Guest WiFi. Thank you for your patience.
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.
Library Services Update
- JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Photocopying and scanning services are available at all branches except at the Westdale Branch. Print on the Go is currently not available.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
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Book an Appointment with Library Staff for assistance using:
- The catalogue
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Appointments are typically for one hour, for customers ages 18 and older. These are one-on-one appointments, in-person or over the phone. They are not intended to be ongoing tutoring appointments.
HPL protects the privacy of customers and supports intellectual property rights. See HPL's Privacy Policy for Library Customers and Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy.
Fill out the form below to Book an Appointment. If you are a teacher interested in booking a tour for your class, please complete a Library Visit Request.