It's not every day that you turn 131 years old! To honour the Legislative Building's anniversary, this year we take a look back at what it was like on opening day in comparison to today. Learn about some of the key figures from back then along with what's changed and what's stayed the same. Don't miss out on this fun fact filled episode ..read more

Have you ever heard the term "Hansard" and wondered where it came from? Or maybe you've wondered about the people taking notes during a parliamentary session? This month we delve into the origins of where the term "Hansard" comes from and what it is that they do in our Parliament. And as always, our hosts manage to fit in lots of fun facts along the way. Listen now ..read more

This month we have a very special episode of the podcast in honour of Remembrance Day. On this very important day, Canadians honour those who have served and continue to serve the country during times of war, conflict, and peace. In recognition of November 11th, our hosts take the time to remember some of the elected officials who served not just in Ontario’s Parliament, but who also served during the First and Second World Wars ..read more

Special episode in honour of Halloween! This month, our hosts take you on a journey with some of the popular ghost stories that have been heard over the years. Learn about the woman in white, a former Sergeant-at-Arms, and more! This episode is sure to be eerie-sistible! Listen now ..read more

In honour of the International Day of Democracy on September 15, our hosts take you through what happens each day in Ontario's Parliament. Discover what Orders of the day means before delving into the Afternoon Routine, and Question Period. Learn all about the seat of democracy in the province of Ontario with lots of fun facts along the way ..read more

Discover some of the curiosities around Queen's Park. Have you ever heard of the "Staircase to Nowhere"? What about the "Mystery Room"? This month our hosts take you through all of the bizarre and interesting features that make up the outside of the Legislative Building. From time capsules to pelicans to ghost clocks - this is one episode you don't want to miss ..read more

This month we explore another area of the Legislative Precinct that often gets overlooked by the public: the Whitney Block. Learn more about the architect and its design, the vast amount of Ontario materials that went into its construction, and discover the fascinating story behind the building's name. As always, our hosts were able to fit in lots of fun facts along the way. This is one episode not to be missed ..read more

This month we had the opportunity to interview Dan Chikane, a former Legislative Page and one of the first Indigenous Pages to serve in Ontario's Legislature. Coming to Toronto for the first time at age 12 and working in the Legislative Chamber are only a few of the fascinating stories he has to tell. We also did a deep dive into the history of the Page Program from the first reference of a Page appearing in records all the way up to today. Extra special thanks to Dan Chikane for sharing his compelling stories with us. This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss ..read more

Have you ever wondered about the official tree of Ontario? How about the bird or mineral that represents the province? This month, we delve into all of Ontario's symbols - from the white trillium to the tartan, and everything in between. Our hosts even set a new fun fact record! This episode is not one to be missed ..read more

On April 4th, 1893, the Legislative Assembly of Ontario opened its doors for the first time. In honour of the Building's 130th Anniversary, this month, we delve into some of its original and avant-garde features. From electric lights to fire doors, painted ceilings to inventive photo techniques, the innovation found throughout the halls of Ontario's Legislation is undeniable. What better way to celebrate the lasting legacy of the Parliament than with some special fun facts too ..read more