Standing Order 130 — Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This short notice says that Standing Order 130 (about notices for intended applications for private bills) was published in Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021. It gives contact details for the office that handles private-bill business and is signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Announces the prior publication of Standing Order 130 in the Canada Gazette, Part I.
• Provides contact information for the Private Members’ Business Office: West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Notes the signature of Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or organizations thinking about applying for a private bill (individuals, companies, charities, municipalities).
• Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff who deal with private members’ business.
• Lawyers or advisors preparing or advising on private-bill applications.
• If it’s unclear whether this applies to you, contact the Private Members’ Business Office for clarification.

Why it matters#

• This is an administrative notice, not a new law.
• It tells interested parties where the rules about private-bill notices were published and who to contact for guidance.
• That practical information matters if you plan to start, support, or respond to a private-bill application.