This article discusses the evolution of the role and the nature of the work that elected representatives in Westminster-type parliamentary systems accomplish in their riding. Drawing on recent data documenting the riding activities of Quebec's Members of the National Assembly and Members of Parliament, we re-evaluate the conclusions of surveys conducted more than 40 years ago. The new data points to gender-based differences in the way elected representatives understand their role and the expectations of their constituents. Today's elected parliamentarians are still primarily concerned with their function as representatives of the people, while they are less driven by personal ideas. We also find that the nature of riding activities varies according to each individual's profile. Finally, we note a strong degree of collaboration between elected representatives and observe changes in the types of issues with which they now concern themselves.