The Mace was introduced early in the 14th century into English Parliament to signify the permission granted by the crown to allow parliament to assemble. Today, the Mace symbolizes the authority of the Speaker to oversee the Legislature and is carried into the meetings of parliament by the Sergeant-at-Arms.  (Source: Legislative Assembly of Ontario)

Do you know? The Ontario Legislation cannot debate and pass any laws within having the mace in the parliament meetings.

Queen's Park is open to the public. When there is a parliament meeting, visitors can sit in the public gallery to watch the debate. 

In summer, there are several tours available.

A 30-minute guided building tour is available daily till Sept 3rd. 

A one-hour Inside Out Tour is available every weekday at 3:00pm.

A Family Fun Program for families with kids ages 6-12  is operating every Friday till Sept 1st, either in the morning or afternoon. Registration is required. Children can experience and learn different roles in the parliament.