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open 8am - 11pm

Occupancy at 73%

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open Open 24 Hours

Occupancy at 65%

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open Open 24 Hours

Occupancy at 51%

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open 9am - 8:45pm

Occupancy at 69%

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Latest News

December 8, 2025

December closures at campus libraries

Campus libraries are closed for the winter break, reopening for the start of classes in January 2026.

December 2, 2025

New series of research guides launched at McMaster

The guides offer accessible support for students, faculty, and staff navigating research.

December 1, 2025

Students taking study breaks to create holiday cards for seniors

McMaster University Libraries are collecting handmade holiday cards for local seniors until Dec. 15, 2025.

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Upcoming Events

Year of Environmental Action: December Book Display

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Dec 1, 2025
1:00 am TO Dec 31, 2025 11:55 pm

Learn about the environment and how you can help our planet by checking out our curated displays of books. You can find our displays in both Mills (2nd floor, outside Learning Commons) and Thode (1st floor, glass display case).

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Library Pets

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Dec 8, 2025
1:00 pm TO 2:00 pm

Unwind with Jaina, a Golden Retriever therapy dog from Therapy Tails Dog Therapy Program, and take a break from your busy day. This is the perfect way to de-stress!    

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Library Pets

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Dec 8, 2025
1:00 pm TO 2:00 pm

Come visit with Jaina, a friendly Golden Retriever from Therapy Tails Dog Therapy Program! Take a moment to pause, breathe, and de-stress with her.

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