19 Dec: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce a significant cabinet shuffle on Friday to address key vacancies following a series of resignations, including Chrystia Freeland’s abrupt departure earlier this week. The shuffle, expected to involve at least 10 ministers, aims to stabilize the government and fill critical roles currently handled by overburdened ministers like Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who also holds public safety and intergovernmental affairs portfolios.
Ottawa MP David McGuinty and Toronto MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith are expected to join the cabinet, with McGuinty likely taking over Public Safety and Erskine-Smith handling the Housing portfolio after Sean Fraser’s resignation. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney has been ruled out for the finance minister position, which Trudeau has assured will remain with LeBlanc.
While the shuffle is meant to ensure government functionality, sources clarify that it does not indicate Trudeau has decided on his political future. Trudeau is still reflecting on leadership criticisms and seeking advice, including from allies like former cabinet minister Navdeep Bains.
Trudeau faces growing calls for resignation from both Liberal MPs—15 have reportedly urged him to step down—and party figures like Eddie Goldenberg, a former senior adviser to Jean Chrétien. Critics argue that Trudeau’s leadership is no longer effective, especially with mounting challenges like U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats.
Justice Minister Arif Virani expressed confidence in Trudeau’s leadership but avoided direct comments on his future. The cabinet shuffle is seen as a critical step to address party turmoil and prepare for upcoming governance challenges, including the federal budget in spring 2025.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce a significant cabinet shuffle on Friday to address key vacancies following a series of resignations, including Chrystia Freeland’s abrupt departure earlier this week. The shuffle, expected to involve at least 10 ministers, aims to stabilize the government and fill critical roles currently handled by overburdened ministers like Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who also holds public safety and intergovernmental affairs portfolios.
Ottawa MP David McGuinty and Toronto MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith are expected to join the cabinet, with McGuinty likely taking over Public Safety and Erskine-Smith handling the Housing portfolio after Sean Fraser’s resignation. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney has been ruled out for the finance minister position, which Trudeau has assured will remain with LeBlanc.
While the shuffle is meant to ensure government functionality, sources clarify that it does not indicate Trudeau has decided on his political future. Trudeau is still reflecting on leadership criticisms and seeking advice, including from allies like former cabinet minister Navdeep Bains.
Trudeau faces growing calls for resignation from both Liberal MPs—15 have reportedly urged him to step down—and party figures like Eddie Goldenberg, a former senior adviser to Jean Chrétien. Critics argue that Trudeau’s leadership is no longer effective, especially with mounting challenges like U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats.
Justice Minister Arif Virani expressed confidence in Trudeau’s leadership but avoided direct comments on his future. The cabinet shuffle is seen as a critical step to address party turmoil and prepare for upcoming governance challenges, including the federal budget in spring 2025.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce a significant cabinet shuffle on Friday to address key vacancies following a series of resignations, including Chrystia Freeland’s abrupt departure earlier this week. The shuffle, expected to involve at least 10 ministers, aims to stabilize the government and fill critical roles currently handled by overburdened ministers like Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who also holds public safety and intergovernmental affairs portfolios.
Ottawa MP David McGuinty and Toronto MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith are expected to join the cabinet, with McGuinty likely taking over Public Safety and Erskine-Smith handling the Housing portfolio after Sean Fraser’s resignation. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney has been ruled out for the finance minister position, which Trudeau has assured will remain with LeBlanc.
While the shuffle is meant to ensure government functionality, sources clarify that it does not indicate Trudeau has decided on his political future. Trudeau is still reflecting on leadership criticisms and seeking advice, including from allies like former cabinet minister Navdeep Bains.
Trudeau faces growing calls for resignation from both Liberal MPs—15 have reportedly urged him to step down—and party figures like Eddie Goldenberg, a former senior adviser to Jean Chrétien. Critics argue that Trudeau’s leadership is no longer effective, especially with mounting challenges like U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats.
Justice Minister Arif Virani expressed confidence in Trudeau’s leadership but avoided direct comments on his future. The cabinet shuffle is seen as a critical step to address party turmoil and prepare for upcoming governance challenges, including the federal budget in spring 2025.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to announce a significant cabinet shuffle on Friday to address key vacancies following a series of resignations, including Chrystia Freeland’s abrupt departure earlier this week. The shuffle, expected to involve at least 10 ministers, aims to stabilize the government and fill critical roles currently handled by overburdened ministers like Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who also holds public safety and intergovernmental affairs portfolios.
Ottawa MP David McGuinty and Toronto MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith are expected to join the cabinet, with McGuinty likely taking over Public Safety and Erskine-Smith handling the Housing portfolio after Sean Fraser’s resignation. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney has been ruled out for the finance minister position, which Trudeau has assured will remain with LeBlanc.
While the shuffle is meant to ensure government functionality, sources clarify that it does not indicate Trudeau has decided on his political future. Trudeau is still reflecting on leadership criticisms and seeking advice, including from allies like former cabinet minister Navdeep Bains.
Trudeau faces growing calls for resignation from both Liberal MPs—15 have reportedly urged him to step down—and party figures like Eddie Goldenberg, a former senior adviser to Jean Chrétien. Critics argue that Trudeau’s leadership is no longer effective, especially with mounting challenges like U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats.
Justice Minister Arif Virani expressed confidence in Trudeau’s leadership but avoided direct comments on his future. The cabinet shuffle is seen as a critical step to address party turmoil and prepare for upcoming governance challenges, including the federal budget in spring 2025.
