Standing Order 130 on Private Bills

Summary#

This short House of Commons notice records that Standing Order 130—about notices of intended applications for private bills—was published in the Canada Gazette. The Gazette item appeared on February 14, 2026 and notes the original publication of the standing order on May 24, 2025.

What it does#

• Says that Standing Order 130 (rules on notices for private bills) was published in the Canada Gazette on May 24, 2025.
• Gives a contact for more information: the Private Members’ Business Office (West Block, Room 314‑C, Ottawa) and a phone number.
• Is signed by Eric Janse, Clerk of the House of Commons.

Who's affected#

• Members of Parliament who plan to introduce or sponsor private bills.
• Individuals, groups, or organizations thinking about asking Parliament for a private bill.
• The wider public only indirectly; the notice is mainly procedural and does not itself change policy.

Why it matters#

• It points people to the formal rule (Standing Order 130) they must follow when giving notice for private bills.
• If you or your organization are considering a private bill, the contact details let you get the specific requirements and timing you must meet.
• The Gazette item is a routine administrative notice and does not by itself explain the full content of the standing order. If you need details, you should contact the Private Members’ Business Office.