Introduction to Parliament
Introduction to Parliament
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Students will be introduced to Ontario's Parliament and government through participatory activities that relate to key concepts of their curriculum. This introductory program will focus on the roles of Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), the key parliamentary players, and how a law is created and passed including a mock debate.
Monday–Thursday
(House is sitting)
11:30 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 2:30 p.m.*
Monday–Friday
(House not sitting)
10 a.m.; 11:30 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 2:30 p.m.
*Consult the Parliamentary Calendar
Advanced registration required.
Visitors (16 years of age +) must show a piece of government-issued photo identification to enter.
Questions? Contact 416-325-0061 or tourbookings@ola.org.
Note: Due to parliamentary events, program dates, times, and activities are subject to change without notice.
Highlights
This program includes:
- a tour of the historic Legislative Building
- a visit to the Legislative Chamber
- a mock debate, and an exercise to demonstrate the differences between each level of government and how parliament works
For more information and for additional activities check out our Teacher Resources, Games & Quizzes.