Standing Order 130 — Private Bills

Summary#

This Canada Gazette entry (issue December 27, 2025) notes that Standing Order 130, about notices for intended applications for private bills, was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025. It gives contact details for the Private Members’ Business Office in the House of Commons and is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Announces the prior publication of Standing Order 130 (rules on notices for intended private-bill applications) in the Canada Gazette, Part I on May 24, 2025.
• Lists contact information for the Private Members’ Business Office (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6, phone 613‑992‑9511) for questions or follow-up.
• Shows the entry was issued under the authority of Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who sponsor or plan to sponsor private bills.
• Individuals, community groups, charities, businesses or other organizations that might seek a private bill.
• Parliamentary staff who process or advise on private-members’ business.
• If you are not involved with private bills, this notice likely has no direct effect.

Why it matters#

• If you plan to apply for a private bill, this points you to the official Standing Order and where to get details or help.
• For most people this is an administrative update; it does not itself change the content of the Standing Order.
• The notice makes it easier to find the formal rules and the office you should contact if you need to follow them.