The True Post(Web News) Former Liberal Justice Minister David Lametti has assumed hisnew responsibilities as Principal Secretary in Mark Carney’s office after he became Prime Minister this week.
Lametti confirmed his new role in a post on LinkedIn, saying he had officially become part of Carney’s team on Monday, July 14. The position of principal secretary is considered one of the prime minister’s closest political advisors and plays a key role in policymaking and government strategy.
Appointments to key positions in Carney’s new team: New Prime Minister Mark Carney has begun restructuring his office as soon as he takes office, appointing several important and trusted figures to key positions.
The most notable appointment is that of Marc-André Blanchard, a former Canadian ambassador to the United Nations, who has now begun work as Carney’s chief of staff.
In addition, Michael Sabia, who currently holds the position of Clerk of the Privy Council, is also among the prime minister’s close advisors. Sabia has also served as deputy finance minister and president and CEO of Hydro-Québec in the past.
His joining the civil service has further strengthened Carney’s team. Signs of reform in the government system On Monday, Michael Sabia sent an important letter to federal civil servants, in which he emphasized that some internal processes of the current government system have become extremely complex.
He urged civil servants to focus on the government’s priorities and policy goals and avoid unnecessary bureaucracy. Political analyst Mark Carney’s addition of experienced and insightful individuals to his team is a reflection of his intention to make the government functional, transparent and policy-focused.
The addition of David Lametti as Principal Secretary will provide better guidance to the Prime Minister on legal and constitutional matters, while experts like Blanchard and Sabia are expected to improve the government’s performance in the fields of foreign affairs and public administration.
Background Mark Carney was sworn in as Prime Minister-designate at Rideau Hall, Ottawa, on March 14, 2025. Under his leadership, the government has pledged to set a new direction for the country’s economic, environmental and international policies. This news was first published by The Canadian Press on July 10, 2025.
