Ministerial mandate changes include a renege on electoral reform, and dropped wording promising to fulfill ‘all’ commitments

Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued revised mandate letters for several ministers in new portfolios, and the priorities for some have changed considerably.

Moments after the new mandate letters were released publicly, Democratic Institutions Minister Karina Gould, joined by her parliamentary secretary Andy Fillmore, announced that the Liberals would not pursue electoral reform. The Hill Times photographs by Rachel Aiello

News

BY RACHEL AIELLO

February 2, 2017

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy