Its flagship session occurs every December in the Alberta Legislature, and it hosts a variety of smaller events throughout each year.
[2] The cabinet also meets throughout the year to plan events, discuss the operations of the parliament, and prepare for the annual winter session.
[2] The parliament's goals have evolved from the TUXIS "four-fold" program to develop the mental, physical, social and spiritual well-being of its members and all youth.
[4] In addition to the parliamentary procedure and debating activities, members attending the annual session participate in various social action and devotional events.
The parliament hosts smaller events throughout the year that are tailored towards aspects such as public speaking and debate, and community service.
[2] Every second year, the four western Canadian youth parliaments participate in a joint-mini session which is hosted on a rotating basis.
[7] The current Front Bench is:[7] Cabinet: The first Session of the Older Boys' Parliament of Alberta was first held in the Legislative Chamber of the Provincial Government in Edmonton, from December 28 to 30, 1920.
[8] Like many of the other Canadian Youth Parliaments, AYP was sponsored by the Boys' Work Board of the provincial Religious Education Council (“REC”).
[1] Unlike most other Canadian Youth Parliaments founded during the same time, AYP met continuously throughout the Great Depression and World War II.