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Learn about Ontario's Parliament. Tours, education programs & resources, historical info & more. For all learners and teachers! En français: @PARLONeducation

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- The four original gasoliers in the Legislative Chamber each weigh close to 1000 pounds and must be lowered on pulleys to change the lightbulbs. See here the original light fixtures circa 1893

#FBF - The four original gasoliers in the Legislative Chamber each weigh close to 1000 pounds and must be lowered on pulleys to change the lightbulbs. See here the original light fixtures circa 1893
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Are you looking for an interesting outing for your team at work? Do you like art? Book one of our upcoming Art and Architecture Tours as a event for your office! Contact us at 416-325-0061 or check out our website for more info: ow.ly/aPHI50Mjnby

Are you looking for an interesting outing for your team at work? Do you like art? Book one of our upcoming Art and Architecture Tours as a #teambuilding event for your office! Contact us at 416-325-0061 or check out our website for more info: ow.ly/aPHI50Mjnby
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- The distinctive pink sandstone used on the exterior of the Legislative Building comes from a quarry in the Credit River Valley and is approximately 438 million years old. Seen here a view of the building and sandstone circa 1900

#TBT - The distinctive pink sandstone used on the exterior of the Legislative Building comes from a quarry in the Credit River Valley and is approximately 438 million years old. Seen here a view of the building and sandstone circa 1900
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Looking for something interesting to do over lunch? Join us for a Lunchtime Tour - every Friday in November at 12:30 pm (select virtual dates available too). This month's theme is in honour of Remembrance Day. Free. More info: ow.ly/gJYK50Q0IOE

Looking for something interesting to do over lunch? Join us for a Lunchtime Tour - every Friday in November at 12:30 pm (select virtual dates available too). This month's theme is in honour of Remembrance Day. Free. More info: ow.ly/gJYK50Q0IOE
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- The White Trillium became Ontario’s official flower in 1937. Contrary to popular belief, it is not illegal to pick a trillium in Ontario. However, picking one can seriously damage the plant's root system, taking it years to recover

#DYK - The White Trillium became Ontario’s official flower in 1937. Contrary to popular belief, it is not illegal to pick a trillium in Ontario. However, picking one can seriously damage the plant's root system, taking it years to recover
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Sign up to sing at the Legislative Assembly! Our Holiday Concert Series starts November 27. Elementary and Secondary school choirs accepted. Performances every day in the main lobby from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Learn more and sign up today. ow.ly/cSCF50Lh8hL

Sign up to sing at the Legislative Assembly! Our Holiday Concert Series starts November 27. Elementary and Secondary school choirs accepted. Performances every day in the main lobby from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Learn more and sign up today. ow.ly/cSCF50Lh8hL
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- In 1984, the Eastern White Pine became the official tree of Ontario. Found throughout the province, these trees are the tallest in Ontario and can live over 250 years and represents the province’s vast forests

#DYK - In 1984, the Eastern White Pine became the official tree of Ontario. Found throughout the province, these trees are the tallest in Ontario and can live over 250 years and represents the province’s vast forests
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LAST CHANCE! Hey, Ontario Grade 7 to 12 students, prepare your art pieces! Submit your best painting, drawing, photo or sculpture to our Youth Arts program! Learn more and apply before November 15: ow.ly/nvYF50PV7Wh

LAST CHANCE! Hey, Ontario Grade 7 to 12 students, prepare your art pieces! Submit your best painting, drawing, photo or sculpture to our Youth Arts program! Learn more and apply before November 15: ow.ly/nvYF50PV7Wh
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- Amethyst was adopted as Ontario’s official mineral in 1975 to represent the mineral wealth of the province. It can be found in clusters throughout northern Ontario, concentrated around Thunder Bay

#DYK - Amethyst was adopted as Ontario’s official mineral in 1975 to represent the mineral wealth of the province. It can be found in clusters throughout northern Ontario, concentrated around Thunder Bay
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LAST CHANCE! Being a Legislative Page means being a part of Ontario’s parliamentary traditions. This hands-on learning experience is open to Gr. 7 & 8 students in Ontario. Applications are being accepted until November 15. Learn more and apply today: ow.ly/7ByS50KY3Iw

LAST CHANCE! Being a Legislative Page means being a part of Ontario’s parliamentary traditions. This hands-on learning experience is open to Gr. 7 & 8 students in Ontario. Applications are being accepted until November 15. Learn more and apply today: ow.ly/7ByS50KY3Iw
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- The Notman Photographic Studio made the earliest composite photographs for the Ontario Legislature. The process included taking individual portraits of each MPP before cutting and pasting the photographs onto a hand-drawn canvas background

#DYK - The Notman Photographic Studio made the earliest composite photographs for the Ontario Legislature. The process included taking individual portraits of each MPP before cutting and pasting the photographs onto a hand-drawn canvas background
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The flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario today in memory of the Honourable Ian Shugart, Senator (Ontario, 2022-2023) and former Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to Cabinet

The flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario today in memory of the Honourable Ian Shugart, Senator (Ontario, 2022-2023) and former Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to Cabinet
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All former MPPs have their names carved into the marble walls in the Legislative Building. Some are succeeded by “V.C.” to signify those who have received the Victoria Cross - the highest military honour awarded in the Commonwealth

All former MPPs have their names carved into the marble walls in the Legislative Building. Some are succeeded by “V.C.” to signify those who have received the Victoria Cross - the highest military honour awarded in the Commonwealth #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers
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New Episode of the ON Parliament Podcast! This month we have a very special episode in honour of Remembrance Day. Our hosts remember some of the elected officials who served not just in Ontario’s Parliament but also during the First and Second World Wars. ow.ly/40sG50Q51Gs

New Episode of the ON Parliament Podcast! This month we have a very special episode in honour of Remembrance Day. Our hosts remember some of the elected officials who served not just in Ontario’s Parliament but also during the First and Second World Wars. ow.ly/40sG50Q51Gs
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Near Ypres in 1915, Second Lieutenant Benjamin Handley Geary held the top of Hill 60 against heavy artillery and bomb attacks. He served as Sergeant-at-Arms in Ontario's Legislature from 1947 to 1976

Near Ypres in 1915, Second Lieutenant Benjamin Handley Geary held the top of Hill 60 against heavy artillery and bomb attacks. He served as Sergeant-at-Arms in Ontario's Legislature from 1947 to 1976 #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers
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In 1914, near Kemmel, Belgium, Private Henry Howey Robson rescued wounded comrades while suffering from heavy personal injuries. Robson served as Sergeant-at-Arms for the Ontario legislature from 1941 to 1946

In 1914, near Kemmel, Belgium, Private Henry Howey Robson rescued wounded comrades while suffering from heavy personal injuries. Robson served as Sergeant-at-Arms for the Ontario legislature from 1941 to 1946 #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers
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The flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario today in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day

The flags are at half-mast from sunrise to sunset at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario today in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day
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Lieutenant Charles Smith Rutherford commanded an assaulting party in Monchy, France where he was responsible for the capture of 80 enemy soldiers and 3 machine guns. Rutherford was Sergeant-at-Arms from 1935 to 1940

Lieutenant Charles Smith Rutherford commanded an assaulting party in Monchy, France where he was responsible for the capture of 80 enemy soldiers and 3 machine guns. Rutherford was Sergeant-at-Arms from 1935 to 1940 #RemembranceDay #lestweforget #CanadaRemembers
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In one day in 1918, near Arras, France, Private Walter Leigh Rayfield brought down two enemy soldiers and took 40 more as prisoners. Rayfield served as Sergeant-at-Arms for Ontario from 1934 to 1935.

In one day in 1918, near Arras, France, Private Walter Leigh Rayfield brought down two enemy soldiers and took 40 more as prisoners. Rayfield served as Sergeant-at-Arms for Ontario from 1934 to 1935. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers
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