Trudeau proves his feminist credentials with cabinet picks

For the first time in the history of Canada, we have women in the majority of the top spots in government. From foreign affairs, to finance, from the deputy prime minister, to defence, the face of the government is decidedly feminist.

Defence Minister Anita Anand, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly, Treasury Board President Mona Fortier, Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Families Minister Karina Gould. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY SHEILA COPPS

November 15, 2021

OTTAWA—If ever in doubt, Justin Trudeau proved his feminist credentials in the crafting of his new cabinet. For the first time in the history of Canada, we have women in the majority of the top spots in government. From foreign affairs, to finance, from the deputy prime minister, to defence, the ...

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