Library of Parliament

The Library of Parliament is a knowledge centre for Parliament. Learn. Visit. Connect.

#DYK that Question Period is the parliamentary proceeding that attracts the most attention? Consult our #HillStudy to learn about the rules, conventions and practices surrounding it: ow.ly/7vrP50Z2q6H

#DYK that the Queen Victoria statue in the Main Library is so heavy that its supporting pillar goes down to bedrock? #LibraryParl150 Learn more: ow.ly/Vf8O50Z1MAJ

Today is Victoria Day. Queen Victoria’s iconic marble statue remains a symbol of her significance and the centerpiece of the Main Library since its completion in 1876. #LibraryParl150

#OTD in 1984, the Right Honourable Jeanne Sauvé became Canada’s first female Governor General. Learn more about her years of service: ow.ly/tVGq50YRlbP

Are you planning a visit to the Canadian Tulip Festival this month? Pair it with a FREE guided tour of Parliament and learn about Canada’s history.🌷 Book your tickets today: ow.ly/N95o50YRl3T

Our #HillStudy discusses the mandate of #VIARail, analyzes its performance, and describes the high-speed rail project between Toronto and the city of Québec. 🔗 ow.ly/Fs4L50YUxEJ #HighSpeedRail #Transportation

As the Library building was undergoing restoration in the 1950s, the institution was evolving. Subject matter experts hired to support a growing government formed, by the 1960s, a formal research service. #LibraryParl150 ow.ly/LHWO50YJQzp

May is #AsianHeritageMonth. Let’s celebrate trailblazers like Vivienne Poy, the first Canadian of Chinese descent appointed to the Senate. Her leadership continues to inspire future generations.

The deadline to apply for the 27th Teachers Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy has been extended to 10 May! Learn how Canada’s Parliament works and exchange ideas with your peers: ow.ly/Z7Qo50YUvMY

This uniform showcases early 20th-century ceremonial style. Worn by Joseph de la Broquerie Taché, it features a wool and silk tunic, a feathered bonnet and a sword. 🪶 Learn more: ow.ly/O0CY50YLjEB

The appropriate sentence for a crime is a hotly contested topic. Our #HillStudy discusses the objectives of sentencing in Canadian law, the different types of sentences available and more. 🔗 ow.ly/uCo350YRIbo

After the fire of 1952, thousands of wood carvings inside the Library were dismantled and restored in Montréal. #LibraryParl150 Explore the stories behind the carvings: ow.ly/NOGq50YJQom

Do you recognize the details on these buildings? 👀 Step inside Parliament and uncover the stories behind every intricate design: ow.ly/3fIM50YLjth

(2/2) Continue your reading with a companion #HillStudy that reviews the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision on the Impact Assessment Act: ow.ly/xm3250YOL0e

(1/2) Environmental laws must be carefully crafted to respect the division of powers between federal and provincial governments under the Constitution Act.🌎 Read our #HillStudy: ow.ly/rStR50YOKca

Are you ready for a new exciting opportunity?🌟 We are dedicated professionals who support Canadian parliamentary democracy through our diverse expertise and knowledge. Join our team: ow.ly/MOEG50YMCgS

On #WorldBookandCopyrightDay, the Library celebrates the power of knowledge, the richness of our collections and the creators of works that inform democracy. Explore our rare book collection 📚: ow.ly/Ciw550YLjn8

When the Library’s iconic dome went up in flames in 1952, nearly 910,000 litres of water were used to extinguish the fire. About 150,000 books were removed and restored. #LibraryParl150 📖 ow.ly/NJFP50YJQ2M

This 1866 watercolour captures the Library in its earliest days. Just over a decade later, with the help of ships and log booms at the foot of the hill, the iconic dome was built.

#OTD in 1982, the “Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms” became part of the Constitution of Canada, strengthening the rights and freedoms of every Canadian. 🍁