Brampton/CMEDIA: Ruby Sahota, Member of Parliament for Brampton North, has been appointed to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet as Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
Following the sudden resignation of Chrystia Freeland, former deputy prime minister and finance minister, Sahota’s promotion comes amid significant political upheaval
Due to the deepened divisions within the Liberal caucus owing to Freeland’s departure there has been growing calls for Trudeau to step down as leader.
Sahota will oversee efforts to strengthen Canada’s democratic processes and institutions as Minister of Democratic Institutions.
With her additional responsibility for economic development in Southern Ontario, Sahota highlights the importance of addressing regional growth and economic resilience in a critical part of the country.
Besides signaling a renewed focus on regional and institutional priorities, Sahota’s appointment also underscores the challenges Trudeau faces in maintaining his government.
