Welcome to the Parliament Buildings, home to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia where elected representatives – called Members of the Legislative Assembly or MLAs – meet to shape the future of the province by debating and passing the laws that govern British Columbia.
The Parliament Buildings and surrounding areas are located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen-speaking (pronounced Le-KWUNG-en) peoples. Now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, these Coast Salish people have a rich culture and history dating back thousands of years.
Hours of Operation
The Parliament Buildings are open to visitors from Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. Visitors are welcome to take their own self-guided tour or to join one of the regularly scheduled public tours. Closed on weekends and holidays.
Visitor Notice:
The Parliament Buildings will be closed to visitors on Monday, February 6 for the Speech from the Throne.
The Parliament Buildings will close to visitors at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, February 28 for Budget Day.