Standing Order 130 on Private Bills

Summary#

This Canada Gazette notice (published August 6, 2022) records that Standing Order 130 — about notices of intended applications for private bills — was published earlier on November 20, 2021. It points readers to the Private Members’ Business Office for more information and includes a contact phone number.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 respecting notices for intended applications for private bills was published on November 20, 2021.
• Gives a contact for questions: Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Is signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who sponsor or plan to sponsor private bills.
• Individuals, companies, or organizations that seek private bills from Parliament.
• Parliamentary staff who handle private members’ business, including the Private Members’ Business Office.
• If it’s unclear whether you’re affected, contact the office listed above.

Why it matters#

• If you want Parliament to consider a private bill, this confirms which standing order governs the notice process.
• The notice tells affected people where to get details and who to contact.
• Otherwise, this is a routine parliamentary administration notice rather than a new law or policy change.