May 13, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
In a landmark announcement today, Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled the full lineup of Canada’s new federal Cabinet, setting the tone for a government poised to redefine the country’s economic future and national security framework. This new Ministry follows a decisive electoral mandate from Canadians who called for urgent action on economic resilience, affordability, and public safety.
“Our new Ministry is built to deliver the change Canadians want and deserve,” said Prime Minister Carney. “Everyone is expected and empowered to show leadership – to bring new ideas, a clear focus, and decisive action to their work.”
The Carney government is positioning itself to drive transformational investments, support high-wage job creation, and foster collaboration with provinces, territories, and Indigenous Peoples. The Prime Minister emphasized that the goal is to create “one strong, united economy – the strongest in the G7.”
Key Cabinet Appointments
Among the notable appointments:
Shafqat Ali becomes President of the Treasury Board, responsible for overseeing government spending and accountability. Anita Anand returns to Cabinet as Minister of Foreign Affairs, strengthening Canada’s global diplomatic presence. François-Philippe Champagne takes on the powerful role of Minister of Finance and National Revenue. Mélanie Joly becomes Minister of Industry, with oversight of Canada’s economic development in Quebec. Evan Solomon is named Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, highlighting a renewed focus on emerging technologies.
New ministries have been created to address specific 21st-century challenges, including the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, and the Ministry of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, led by Eleanor Olszewski.
Focus on Inclusive Growth
With strong representation across regions and demographics, the Cabinet also includes:
Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)
To support Cabinet Ministers, ten Secretaries of State have been appointed to provide focused leadership in areas like seniors, youth, rural development, sport, and international development.
Full List of Ministers and Secretaries of State
Cabinet Ministers:
Shafqat Ali – President of the Treasury Board Rebecca Alty – Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Anita Anand – Minister of Foreign Affairs Gary Anandasangaree – Minister of Public Safety François-Philippe Champagne – Minister of Finance and National Revenue Rebecca Chartrand – Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Julie Dabrusin – Minister of Environment and Climate Change Sean Fraser – Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada Chrystia Freeland – Minister of Transport and Internal Trade Steven Guilbeault – Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture Mandy Gull-Masty – Minister of Indigenous Services Patty Hajdu – Minister of Jobs and Families Tim Hodgson – Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Mélanie Joly – Minister of Industry Dominic LeBlanc – Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade and Intergovernmental Affairs Joël Lightbound – Minister of Government Transformation Heath MacDonald – Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Steven MacKinnon – House Leader David J. McGuinty – Minister of National Defence Jill McKnight – Minister of Veterans Affairs Lena Metlege Diab – Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marjorie Michel – Minister of Health Eleanor Olszewski – Minister of Emergency Management Gregor Robertson – Minister of Housing and Infrastructure Maninder Sidhu – Minister of International Trade Evan Solomon – Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Joanne Thompson – Minister of Fisheries Rechie Valdez – Minister of Women and Gender Equality
Secretaries of State:
Buckley Belanger – Rural Development Stephen Fuhr – Defence Procurement Anna Gainey – Children and Youth Wayne Long – Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions Stephanie McLean – Seniors Nathalie Provost – Nature Ruby Sahota – Combatting Crime Randeep Sarai – International Development Adam van Koeverden – Sport John Zerucelli – Labour
With this announcement, the Carney administration signals a clear intention to act swiftly on national priorities, drive inclusive economic growth, and maintain Canada’s global leadership in a rapidly changing world.
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