Carney’s new cabinet moves Anand to foreign affairs, McGuinty into defence portfolio, Joly to industry [Video]

What is a secretary of state?

Carney has brought back the position of secretaries of state; historically, these positions have sometimes been called junior ministers.

They are not members of cabinet, but may be invited to cabinet or cabinet committee meetings when matters related to their responsibilities are being discussed or if their expertise is needed.

The role is historically paid less than a full minister and they have fewer staff. It’s a way to bring in regional and diverse voices without growing the core cabinet.

Why some oaths are longer

If you’re following along and it feels like some oaths are taking a lot longer than others, you’re right.

Ministers who were already privy councillors and are changing portfolios or accepting new portfolios today swore a new oath of office in front …