Parliamentary Guide Program

Work at the heart of Canadian democracy

Learn about what it’s like to work at Parliament from recent guides.

Being A Guide

Who can be a guide?

Guides are university students who deliver tours of Parliament to visitors, parliamentarians and dignitaries from around the world.

Why apply?

Experience a unique work opportunity. Join our team to develop your professional skills, perfect your second official language, and make lasting friendships with people from coast to coast!

Recruitment

Opportunities

Summer 2025 recruitment is complete. Please refer to this website for updates on Fall-Winter 2025-2026 recruitment.

Interested in applying?

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible to apply:

Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Studying at a Canadian university
Bilingual in English and French

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What They Say

Working as a guide, I learned a lot about Canada’s history and its Parliament. Through the visitors I met and my colleagues, I also learned a lot about Canadians from across the country.

Alexandre, Ontario

It's a privilege to work with and learn from such a dedicated team of guides, to go into parts of Parliament that most people will only ever see on TV, and to share the marvel that is my country's Parliament with visitors from around the world.

Vanessa, British Columbia

My favourite part of being a guide is being an ambassador for Canada. As a guide, I have the opportunity to meet people from around the world.

Dominic, Ontario

I love practicing my second language, meeting people from around the world, working in some of the most beautiful buildings in Canada, and getting to see my friends every time I go to work.

Elisha, British Columbia

My favourite part of the job is being able to use both languages. Coming from an anglophone background, being able to express myself in French with fluency and confidence is a bonus. I can connect with Canadians and visitors without worrying about my second language.

Bri-ann, Saskatchewan

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Your Future at Parliament Starts Here

Watch this video to learn about what it is like to work at Parliament from recent guides! If you have any questions about the Parliamentary Guide Program, contact us at guides@parl.gc.ca.

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