Standing Order 130: Private Bills Notice

Summary#

This House of Commons notice says that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published in Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021. It gives contact details for the Private Members’ Business Office if you need more information.

What it does#

• Notes the publication of Standing Order 130 about notices for intended applications for private bills (published in the Gazette on November 20, 2021).
• Lists the contact point for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Shows the notice was issued by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or groups thinking about asking Parliament for a private bill (for example individuals, corporations, municipalities) who need to follow the notice rules.
• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private members’ business.
• If it’s unclear whether you need this information, contact the Private Members’ Business Office at the number above.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to seek a private bill, this tells you where the official notice rules were published and who to contact for guidance.
• It’s a routine administrative entry. It doesn’t itself change the rules; it points readers to the standing order and a contact office for more details.