New Downsized McGuinty Cabinet To Focus On Jobs And Economy
John Milloy Named Government House Leader
by Cambridge Now! Local News
Oct 22, 2011
Liberals Reveal Downsized Cabinet
Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty said that the new cabinet he introduced today is strong, experienced and will guide Ontario through an uncertain global economy by focusing on job creation and economic growth.
“Around the world, there are signs of growing economic uncertainty. Our experienced cabinet will bring strong, steady leadership to Ontario ’s economy,” said McGuinty.
Dwight Duncan remains Minister of Finance and adds Deputy Premier to his responsibilities. Deb Matthews also resumes her role as Minister of Health and Long-Term Care.
Brad Duguid becomes Minister of Economic Development and Innovation. This ministry brings together Ontario ’s economic development, international trade and innovation initiatives to focus on job creation and economic growth.
Chris Bentley is the new Minister of Energy — he will continue to drive Ontario ’s transition towards clean, renewable energy while ensuring we stay on track to create 50,000 clean energy jobs.
Bob Chiarelli will lead two portfolios. As Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Transportation, Chiarelli will oversee the government’s infrastructure and transportation investments that are key drivers of job creation.
Education and training are critical to developing the best skilled workforce in the world right here in Ontario — that’s why improving our schools, colleges and universities is part of our plan to grow the economy. Laurel Broten becomes Minister of Education and Glen Murray becomes Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Kathleen Wynne is now responsible for working with municipalities as Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. She will also serve as Minister of Aboriginal Affairs.
All ministers in the new 22-member cabinet — down from 28 — have previously held cabinet positions.
Liberal Cabinet
Minister Of Northern Development And Mines
Chair Of Cabinet
MPP Sudbury
- Northern Development and Mines
- Chair of Cabinet
Minister Of Energy
MPP London West
Minister Of Consumer Services
MPP Scarborough - Guildwood
Minister Of The Environment
MPP St. Catharines
Minister Of Education
Minister Responsible For Women’s Issues
MPP Etobicoke - Lakeshore
- Education
- Women’s Directorate
Minister Of Tourism And Culture
MPP Markham - Unionville
Minister Of Infrastructure
Minister Of Transportation
MPP Ottawa West - Nepean
- Transportation
- Infrastructure
Minister Of Economic Development And Innovation
MPP Scarborough Centre
- Economic Development and Innovation
Minister Of Finance
Chair Of The Management Board Of Cabinet
Deputy Premier
MPP Windsor - Tecumseh
Attorney General
MPP Kingston and The Islands
Minister of Natural Resources
MPP Thunder Bay - Superior North
Minister Of Children And Youth Services
MPP St. Paul’s
- Children and Youth Services
Minister Of Labour
Minister Responsible For Seniors
MPP Brampton - Springdale
- Labour
- Seniors’ Secretariat
Minister Of Health And Long-Term Care
MPP London North Centre
- Health and Long-Term Care
Minister Of Agriculture, Food And Rural Affairs
MPP Ancaster - Dundas - Flamborough - Westdale
- Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Community Safety And Correctional Services
Minister Responsible For Francophone Affairs
MPP Ottawa - Vanier
- Community Safety and Correctional Services
- Francophone Affairs
Minister Of Community And Social Services
Government House Leader
MPP Kitchener Centre
- Community and Social Services
Minister Of Training, Colleges And Universities
MPP Toronto Centre
- Training, Colleges and Universities
Minister Of Citizenship And Immigration
MPP Mississauga South
- Citizenship and Immigration
Minister of Government Services
MPP Mississauga - Erindale
Minister Of Municipal Affairs And Housing Minister Of Aboriginal Affairs
MPP Don Valley West
- Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Aboriginal Affairs
