Guided tours provide a fun and informative introduction to the role of the Legislative Assembly, the history of the Parliament Buildings, and the provincial level of government.
Please use the booking form on this page to request a tour. The booking form will display all of the times that are still available on the day you wish to visit.
We look forward to your visit!
School Tours
Group Size
The maximum size for each tour is 40 people, which includes all students and accompanying adults.
Groups with more than 40 people will need to book multiple tours.
Tour Length
Plan to spend approximately one hour for a guided tour or 1.5 hours if you will also be observing debates.
Cost
Free.
Where to Arrive for Your Tour
Please arrive at the school entrance (see map below), which is located at the back of the Parliament Buildings.
Other School Programs
Preparing for Your Visit
Tour Route
The guided tour normally covers the four rooms that are in the public area of the Parliament Buildings. This includes the Lower Rotunda, the Hall of Honour, the Upper Rotunda, and the Members' Lobby with a view of the Legislative Assembly.
Please note that if you visit on a day that the Legislative Assembly is meeting, some of these rooms may be closed due to Government announcements or events.
Members of the Legislative Assembly
We will notify your school’s MLA of your visit and invite them to meet with your class. MLAs have busy schedules so we cannot guarantee their availability. Consider inviting the MLA to visit your classroom before or after your visit.
Observing Debates
School groups may be allotted 20 minutes in the Public Gallery to observe debates when the Legislative Assembly is meeting (Parliamentary Calendar).
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Make sure you book using the 'Tour with Gallery' option if you wish to observe debates as part of your visit.
Please note that Question Period accounts for only 30 minutes of the Legislative Assembly’s daily schedule. Most groups will not see Question Period, but will see the MLAs discussing proposed legislation or reviewing finances.
* As the MLAs are responsible for many important issues, please be aware that sensitive topics may be discussed by the Members while your group is in the Gallery.
Booking Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email once your request has been processed. Please review to make sure the details of your visit are correct.
School Entrance
Important Information
- Tour times, tour routes and the Parliamentary sitting schedule are subject to change without notice.
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Tours may be cancelled at any time due to events on the Legislative Precinct
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In case of an emergency, our Protective Services Staff will provide instructions on what to do. They are also trained in first aid and can assist in cases of medical emergency.
Contact the Tour Office at 250.387.9243 or tours@leg.bc.ca if you have any questions.
Professional Development
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