Standing Order 130 Publication Notice

Summary#

This short House of Commons notice in the Canada Gazette, Part I (published September 20, 2025) says that Standing Order 130, which covers notices of intended applications for private bills, was published in the Gazette on May 24, 2025. It points readers to the Private Members’ Business Office at the House of Commons for more information.

What it does#

• Announces that Standing Order 130 (about notices for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Gazette on May 24, 2025.
• Lists contact details for questions:
  • Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons, West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
  • Telephone: 613‑992‑9511
• Signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who plan to introduce or manage private bills.
• Individuals, groups, or organizations considering asking for a private bill (for example, to change the legal status of a private corporation or grant a specific exemption).
• The broader public is unlikely to be directly affected by this notice itself; it is mainly administrative.

Why it matters#

• It confirms where and when the rule about private-bill notices was published, which helps keep Parliamentary procedures transparent.
• If you are thinking about seeking a private bill, the notice points to the office and phone number to get the practical information you need.
• Otherwise, this is a routine procedural announcement with no immediate policy or legal change for most people.