Standing Order 130: Private‑Bill Notice

Summary#

This item in the Canada Gazette, Part I (published February 3, 2024) records a House of Commons notice about private bills. It says Standing Order 130 (rules on notices of intended applications for private bills) was published on November 20, 2021, and gives contact details for the Private Members’ Business Office. The notice is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Confirms that Standing Order 130 respecting notices of intended applications for private bills was published on November 20, 2021.
• Lists where to get more information: the Private Members’ Business Office, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Identifies Eric Janse as the official who posted the notice on behalf of the House of Commons.
• Does not announce any new law or change — it is an informational/administrative notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who want to introduce or learn about private bills.
• Individuals, groups, or organizations considering asking for a private bill.
• Parliamentary staff who handle private members’ business.
• The general public, if they need details about the private-bill process.

Why it matters#

• It points people to the official rules and the office that handles private-bill applications.
• If you are planning to pursue a private bill, this is where to get the official notice requirements and contact help.
• For most people this is routine administrative information rather than a change that affects daily life.