Standing Order 130 — Private Bill Notices

Summary#

This House of Commons notice points to Standing Order 130, the rule about notices for intended applications for private bills; that standing order was published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on November 20, 2021. The notice (published on November 16, 2024) gives contact details for the Private Members’ Business Office at the House of Commons and is signed by Charles Robert, Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Notes that Standing Order 130 (rules on notices for intended private-bill applications) was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Provides contact information for the Private Members’ Business Office: West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; phone 613‑992‑9511.
• Does not announce a change in policy or new legislation; it is an administrative notice pointing readers to the rule and where to get more information.

Who's affected#

• People or groups planning to apply for a private bill before the House of Commons.
• Members of Parliament who sponsor private bills and their staff.
• Lawyers, advisers, or representatives who assist with private-bill applications.
• If you are not involved in private-bill matters, this notice is unlikely to affect you directly.

Why it matters#

• It tells anyone thinking about asking Parliament for a private bill where to find the relevant standing order and whom to contact for details.
• For individuals or organizations seeking special, specific relief through a private bill, this is a routine but necessary administrative step to start the process.