Trudeau Reshuffles Cabinet as Bains Steps Down

Trudeau Reshuffles Cabinet as Bains Steps Down
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivers his opening remarks during a news conference outside Rideau cottage in Ottawa on Jan. 8, 2021. Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press
Isaac Teo
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau conducted a small reshuffle of his cabinet Tuesday morning due to the departure of Navdeep Bains, the minister of innovation, science and industry.

Francois-Philippe Champagne was sworn in as minister of innovation, science and industry to replace Bains, who stepped down Tuesday and does not intend to run in the next election. However, he will continue will continue as the MP for Mississauga-Malton until the next election.