In the Capital

Canada's Capital belongs to all Canadians. Visitors find here a reflection of who they are as well as an insight into the life of the country. More about Canada's Capital…

Discover Your Capital

Explore Parliament Hill and learn more about Canada's federal government. Enjoy a stroll down Confederation Boulevard or use it as a springboard for exploring the many national museums and commemorative monuments in the Capital. In either case, you'll find yourself immersed in a truly Canadian cultural experience.

Canadian Museum of Civilization and future Canadian Museum of History
National Museums

Parliament Buildings' Center Block featuring the Peace Tower and Centennial Flame
Parliament Hill

Confederation Boulevard, near Parliament Hill
Confederation Boulevard

The Valiants Memorial - Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville
Public Art and Monuments

Information officers helping out a visitor
Visitor Information

Celebrations and Commemorations

While you're here, be sure to take part in the many activities and celebrations, such as Canada Day and Winterlude.

A shot of a crowd gathered on Canada Day in the Capital.
Canada Day

Parliament Buildings' Centre Block illuminated during the Mosaika Sound and Light Show
Mosaika

A group of four kids wearing winter clothes are smiling for the camera during Winterlude
Winterlude

Christmas lights in the trees along Elgin Street, with the Parliament buildings and the National War Memorial in the background.
Christmas Lights Across Canada

Teacher Resources

The Capital is an exciting outdoor classroom - and our programs and initiatives will allow students to discover all that it has to offer.

Kids in a classroom
Teacher Resources