Standing Order 130 on Private Bills

Summary#

The House of Commons notes that Standing Order 130 (about notices of intended applications for private bills) was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025. For more information, the notice lists the Private Members’ Business Office contact and is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Announces the publication of Standing Order 130 in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025.
• Points people to the Private Members’ Business Office for further information (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; phone 613‑992‑9511).
• Includes the name of Eric Janse as the Clerk of the House of Commons who signed the notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who plan to introduce private bills.
• Individuals, groups, or companies seeking a private bill (or their legal advisers).
• Parliamentary staff who handle private members’ business.
• The notice itself does not include the text of the standing order, so anyone wanting the rule’s details will need to consult the Gazette entry or contact the office above.

Why it matters#

• Publishing the standing order makes the rules about giving notice for private bills publicly available and official.
• If you intend to apply for a private bill, this tells you where to find the rule and who to contact for guidance.
• Otherwise, this is a routine administrative notice with no immediate, broad public impact.