Participants will arrive at 8:15 am for an introduction to the day. The morning will focus on the Chamber with an overview of parliamentary history, the roles of the Speaker and the Clerk, procedure in the Chamber and the work of Parliamentary Committees.  In the afternoon, presentations will explain the work of Legislative Counsel and the process of Cabinet and Treasury Board decision-making. Completing the day will be a tour of the Parliament Buildings, ending in the Legislative Library to learn of their services.

 

The workshop will take place at the Parliament Buildings. The day will commence in the Ned DeBeck Lounge on the third floor at the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. Presentations will take place in the Legislative Chamber. 

 

Time: 8:15 am – 4:30 pm

Cost: No charge 

Please register on-line. Registration is based on a first come, first served basis. A waitlist has been established, and you will be contacted when space becomes available. Please note that due to the extensive waitlist, registrants will be offered only two opportunities before being taken off the list, at which time those who are still interested must re-register. If you have any questions, please contact 250-387-8669 or PEO@leg.bc.ca​

 

 

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Parliamentary Education Office will issue a confirmation to each participant via e-mail once registration details are complete including the provision of background reading. The confirmation will also provide information regarding parking, entrance to the building, security passes and dress code requirements.

 

Any personal requirements for participation in the Workshop, such as physical access, should be brought to the attention of the Parliamentary Education Office at the time of registration.​