Who are the new faces in Carney’s cabinet? Who’s on their way out?

Mark Carney is set to take the reins from Justin Trudeau as the new Prime Minister of Canada, with a promise of a slimmer front bench. Carney announced that his cabinet will consist of 24 members, a significant reduction from Trudeau’s most recent ministry, which included 39 members. In a news conference on Friday, Carney outlined his priorities for his new cabinet, focusing on protecting Canadian workers and families from unjustified foreign trade actions and bolstering the country’s economic growth by reducing government spending.

“We have new ministers with new ideas, ready to respond to new threats and seize new opportunities,” Carney stated during the news conference. The new Prime Minister emphasized the importance of investing in Canadians and ensuring that more money stays in their pockets by cutting government expenses.

After a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Friday, Carney introduced the new members of his cabinet, which includes a mix of familiar faces and fresh talent. Among the new faces in the cabinet are Kody Blois, who will serve as the Minister of Agriculture and Minister responsible for rural economic development. Ali Ehsassi has been appointed as the Procurement Minister and Minister of Government Transformation, while Arielle Kayabaga will take on the role of Government House Leader.

However, to streamline his front bench, Carney had to make some tough decisions, resulting in the departure of several longstanding ministers from Trudeau’s cabinet. Mark Holland, who most recently served as the Minister of Health, announced that he would not be seeking re-election. Diane Lebouthillier, a member of Trudeau’s cabinet since 2015, and Marc Miller, a close friend of Trudeau, have also been relegated to the backbench by Carney. Jean-Yves Duclos, Ahmed Hussen, Ya’ara Saks, Jenna Sudds, Terry Beech, and Ruby Sahota are among the other ministers who will not be returning to the cabinet.

The new slimmed-down cabinet reflects Carney’s commitment to efficiency and productivity in government. With a focus on protecting Canadian interests and fostering economic growth, Carney’s leadership aims to navigate the country through challenging times and capitalize on new opportunities. As the new Prime Minister settles into his role, the Canadian public eagerly anticipates the impact of his leaner front bench on the nation’s future.