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I would like to sincerely thank all members of @PPS_SPP for their efforts to maintain the security of Parliament Hill since its institution five years ago. On behalf of all those who you protect daily, we value and respect your service.
This week marks the 5th anniversary of the Service! For this occasion, employees from every sector joined forces to wish you a Happy Birthday!
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Happy 5th Birthday PPS!
To mark the 5th anniversary of PPS, our employees have joined forces to wish you a Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday PPS! We take great pride in ensuring...
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Today marks our 5th Year Anniversary! 🎊🎉
A big thank you to everyone who has supported our journey! Here's to many more years of growing together!
#TogetherWeGrow
Happy 5th Birthday @PPS_SPP Joyeux 5ième Anniversaire @SPP_PPS
Important Information
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
In collaboration with its parliamentary partners, the Service continues to closely monitor the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. We are committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees while remaining dedicated to providing services to parliamentarians, recognizing that we need to be flexible in how we deliver these services.
For more details visit our useful information page.
Report an emergency
To report an emergency, crime in progress or suspicious activity, please call 613-992-7000 or 911.
We encourage everyone to remain vigilant and to be aware of their surroundings at all times.
Parliamentarians and parliamentary employees are encouraged to refer to the Parliament of Canada Emergency Procedures and Safeguards manual.
In-person screening
Visitors wishing to gain access to the Parliament Buildings are subject to a security screening process. Visitors are advised to arrive early to account for possible delays.
Business visitors must present valid government-issued photo identification.
Alternate security arrangements can be made for visitors with pacemakers and other medical needs. For questions related to access to the Parliament Buildings, please call 613-995-4300 (choose your preferred language, and pick option 3).
Vehicle screening
All vehicles wishing to gain access to Parliament Hill must undergo a security screening process at the Vehicle Screening Facility located at Bank Street and Vittoria Street.
Vehicle occupants must be prepared to display valid government-issued photo identification or valid parliamentary accreditation.
Vehicles must be pre-registered with the Senate of Canada at 613-992-9265 or the House of Commons at 613-943-4300.
There is no visitor parking on Parliament Hill or at the Senate of Canada Building.
Restricted items
The restricted items below are not permitted inside the Parliament Buildings. The Service is authorized to make exceptions if a restricted item is determined to be necessary and required to serve child care, medical or other special needs.
Any bag larger than 35.5 cm x 30.5 cm x 19 cm (14 in x 12 in x 7.5 in), any pointed object (e.g. knitting needles and letter openers), electric stun guns, martial arts weapons or devices, slingshots, replica guns, explosive devices, ammunition, aerosols, fireworks, knives of any size, razors and box cutters, tools, selfie sticks, blunt instruments, flammable or harmful substances, alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia.
Apply for a permit
You must obtain a permit to use Parliament Hill for specific activities, such as holding a public event.
Complete the application form and submit it to the Committee on the Use of Parliament Hill.
The Committee on the Use of Parliament Hill reserves the right to change the conditions included in your permit at any time and without prior notice. It can also cancel all activities for security reasons.
Centre Block is closed for rehabilitation. Click to see map of new building locations.
Restricted airspace
The airspace over Parliament Hill is a no-fly zone. Recreational drones are strictly prohibited.
For more information about restricted airspace at Parliament Hill, please consult the Designated Airspace Handbook.
Before entering RAS CYR537, commercial pilots must request authorization by submitting an application form to the Committee on the Use of Parliament Hill at hill-colline@parl.gc.ca.
Contact Us
General inquiries
For general inquiries, please contact us by email or phone.
Compliments and complaints
Use our online form if you would like to share a compliment or submit a complaint regarding parliamentary security.
Report an emergency or suspicious behaviour to 613-992-7000 or 911