Standing Order 130: Private-bill Notices

Summary#

This notice in Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 159, Number 27 says that Standing Order 130 (about notices for intended private-bill applications) was published earlier. The Gazette entry was published on July 5, 2025 and points readers to the House contact for more information.

What it does#

• Announces that Standing Order 130 on notices of intended applications for private bills was published on May 24, 2025.
• Gives a contact for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office at the House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa) and phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Names Eric Janse as Clerk of the House of Commons on the notice.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament and their staff who deal with private bills.
• Individuals, companies, or organizations thinking about asking Parliament for a private bill.
• Legal advisers or lobbyists who prepare or follow private-bill applications.
• If it’s unclear who else might be affected, the notice does not list other groups.

Why it matters#

• Private bills are the route for specific requests to Parliament that affect particular people or organizations. Publishing the standing order makes the rules about giving notice clearer and publicly available.
• If you plan to apply for, oppose, or track a private bill, the contact details and the published standing order tell you where to get the official rules and guidance.