Today, Bob stepped into the very heart of Ontario’s democracy—Queen’s Park. But instead of chasing photos of protest signs or press scrums, he aimed his lens at something more ceremonial: the chamber itself.
The tour started off quietly enough, until Bob spotted something that made him stop mid-stride—the ceremonial Mace of Ontario, standing upright in a secure display. Not just a fancy stick, the mace is a symbol of authority, and without it in the chamber, no official business can begin. Bob admired the intricate crown, the gilded stem, and all the echoes of British tradition baked into its golden polish. Then he noticed the old mace from Upper Canada tucked beside it—a bit rougher around the edges, but steeped in history.
Next, Bob walked into the Legislative Chamber, and there it was—the Speaker’s Chair. Massive, carved in dark wood, with emerald green leather and a commanding view of the entire room. Bob imagined what it must be like to preside over debate from that throne, calling on MPPs while keeping the peace (and sometimes the drama) under control.
But what really got Bob’s attention was a particular seat at one of the front desks. This wasn’t just any chair—this was the Premier’s seat. Doug Ford’s seat. Bob didn’t sit in it, but he stood close enough to imagine the Premier’s notes, his coffee mug, and the countless debates launched from that very spot.
As Bob looked around, the weight of all the decisions, debates, and declarations that have taken place within these wooden walls really settled in. Every desk had a mic, every chair faced the Speaker, and every detail seemed built for history in the making.
Today, Bob didn’t just visit Queen’s Park—he walked through power, tradition, and ceremony. And of course, he took the photos to prove it.
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