Ottawa Parliament Hill

Parliament Hill is home to Canada's federal government, where representatives from across Canada gather to make laws that affect the lives of every Canadian. It is also much more. A place to meet, a place to celebrate, and a place to visit, Parliament Hill is the symbolic heart of our nation.

Visiting Parliament Hill is a wonderful way to experience Canada's democracy in action and explore our nation's history and architecture. Whether you'd like to watch live proceedings in the House of Commons or take a guided tour of Parliament's iconic buildings, there are several free options available year-round.

Corporal Nathan Cirillo, a Canadian soldier, Afghanistan veteran, and reservist on ceremonial sentry duty, was fatally shot at the National War Memorial, followed by an attack on the nearby Centre Block parliament building, where members of the Parliament of Canada were attending caucuses.

Home to the members of Parliament, the Senate and the House of Commons, the buildings on Parliament Hill are a stunning example of Gothic Revival architecture. Parliament Hill is a National Historic Site and was the home of Canada's first government.