The Library creates and maintains fact-checked lists of current and historical political information. These lists will be updated following elections or other applicable changes.
Library Catalogue
Search the Library's extensive collection of B.C. and federal government documents, along with materials on Canadian history, parliamentary procedure, public administration, and political science.
BC Political Facts
- List of Premiers, 1871 - Present
- List of Leaders of the Official Opposition, 1903 - Present
- List of Speakers, 1872 - Present
- List of Lieutenant Governors, 1871 - Present
- List of Presiding Officers, 1872 - Present: Deputy and Assistant Speakers, Deputy Chairs Committee of the Whole
- List of Sergeants-at-Arms 1872 - Present
- List of Women Members of the Legislative Assembly, 1918 - Present
Cabinets
These documents list the names and dates of all cabinet appointments and terminations during a premier's leadership period.
- David Eby Cabinet, 2022 - Present
- John Horgan Cabinet, 2017 - 2022
- Christy Clark Cabinet, 2011 - 2017
- Gordon Campbell Cabinet, 2001-2011
- Ujjal Dosanjh Cabinet, 2000-2001
- Dan Miller Cabinet, 1999-2000
- Glen Clark Cabinet, 1996-1999
- Mike Harcourt Cabinet, 1991-1996
- Rita Johnston Cabinet, 1991
- Bill Vander Zalm Cabinet, 1986-1991
- Executive Council Appointments, 1871-1986 ; Errata
Library Publications
- NEW** Provincial Electoral District Profiles based on the 2021 Census
- B.C. Government Publications Search Portal
This portal features the Legislative Library of British Columbia's collection of digital British Columbia government publications. Historical publications have been digitized by the Legislative Library. - Electoral History of British Columbia 1871-1986 (Errata), 1987-2001 and 2002-2013
A joint publication of Elections BC and the Legislative Library, listing election results and information related to election history in British Columbia. - Publications of the Government of British Columbia, 1871-1947 by Marjorie Holmes
A historical bibliography of major early BC government publications, sorted by department. - Guide to Historical Newspapers at the Legislative Library
An outline of historical newspaper holdings and tips on searching and accessing the collection. - B.C. Royal and Special Commissions
Digital collection of historical and current British Columbia Royal and Special Commissions. - Monthly Checklist of B.C. Government Publications
Listing of BC government documents collected by the Library in the last month. Previous issues are available back to 1990. - Legislative Library B.C. Government Publications MARC Records
Downloadable cataloguing records from the Legislative Library.
Quick Links
B.C. Government Publications Search Portal
Library Publications and Collections
E-Resources for MLAs and Assembly Staff
History of the Legislative Library
Library Hours
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Monday to Friday (closed holidays)
Note that when the Legislature is sitting the Library is only open to Members of the Legislative Assembly and Assembly staff. Before coming to use the Library it is best to call (250-387-6510) to ensure that we are open.
Contact Us
Legislative Library of British Columbia
Parliament Buildings
Victoria, B.C., Canada
V8V 1X4
Phone: 250-387-6510
Fax: 250-356-1373
Email: library@leg.bc.ca