Standing Order 130 Notice

Summary#

This notice in Canada Gazette, Part I, Volume 157, Number 41 (published October 14, 2023) records that Standing Order 130 — the House rule about notices for intended applications for private bills — was published earlier on November 20, 2021. It gives a contact for more information and is signed by Eric Janse, Acting Clerk of the House of Commons.

What it does#

• Confirms that Standing Order 130 (rules on notices of intended applications for private bills) was published in the Canada Gazette on November 20, 2021.
• Lists the contact point for questions: the Private Members’ Business Office, House of Commons (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6; phone 613‑992‑9511).
• Shows the administrative sign-off by Eric Janse, Acting Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament and their staff who handle private bills.
• Individuals, companies, associations or other groups thinking about seeking a private bill.
• Parliamentary watchers, journalists, and legal advisors who follow private legislation notices.

Why it matters#

• It keeps the process for private bills transparent by making the relevant standing order and contact information publicly available.
• If you are considering a private bill, this notice points you to where to get details and whom to contact.
• This is an administrative publication; it does not itself change the rules or add new deadlines.