Standing Order 130 — Private-Bill Notices

Summary#

This notice from the House of Commons says Standing Order 130 — the rule about notices of intended applications for private bills — was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025. The item appears in the Gazette issue dated November 22, 2025 and gives a contact for questions.

What it does#

• Confirms that Standing Order 130 (about giving notice for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Canada Gazette on May 24, 2025.
• Points people to the Private Members’ Business Office for more information:
  • Address: West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
  • Phone: 613‑992‑9511
• Is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• People or groups planning to apply for a private bill in the House of Commons.
• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private members’ business.
• Anyone watching parliamentary procedure or private-bill notices (e.g., organizations seeking a change that requires a private bill).
• If it’s unclear who exactly will be affected by a specific notice, the Gazette directs readers to the contact above for details.

Why it matters#

• It tells potential applicants where the official rules about giving notice for private bills were published.
• That matters because following the correct notice rules is a first step for getting a private bill considered in Parliament.
• Otherwise, this is a routine administrative publication that helps keep parliamentary business transparent and accessible.