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.
We look forward to your visit!
School Tours
How to Book
Use the booking form on this page to request a tour. The form will list all of the tour times that are still available on the day you wish to visit.
You will receive a confirmation email once your request has been reviewed. Please check to ensure the information for your booking is correct.
Group Size
The maximum size for each tour is 40 people (including all students and accompanying adults).
Groups with more than 40 people will need to book multiple tours.
As space in the public area of the Parliament Buildings is limited, we cannot offer more than one tour at a time.
Tour Length
Guided tour - 1 hour
Guided tour and public gallery - 1.5 hours
Other School Programs
Preparing for Your Visit
Professional Development
Arrival
Please arrive at the school entrance (see map) at the back of the Parliament Buildings around 10 minutes before the time of your tour.
Tour Route
Tours normally include the four main rooms in the public area of the Parliament Buildings. If you are visiting on a day that the Legislative Assembly is meeting, one or more of these rooms will likely be closed due to Government activity and 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
Make sure you book using the 'Tour with Gallery' option if you wish to observe debates as part of your visit.
School groups who wish to observe debates are allocated 20 minutes in the Public Gallery following their tour.
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As the MLAs are responsible for many important issues, please be aware that sensitive topics may be discussed while your group is in the Gallery.
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Please consult the (Parliamentary Calendar) to find out when the Legislative Assembly will be meeting.
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Question Period accounts for 30 minutes of the daily meeting schedule. Most groups will not see Question Period, but will see the MLAs discussing proposed legislation or reviewing finances.
Important Information
Tour times, tour routes and the Parliamentary sitting schedule are subject to change without notice.
Tours may be cancelled at any time due to events on the Legislative Precinct.
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.
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