PM Carney directed ministers to map out objectives for coming year

In a July 8 letter, Carney gave the ministers and secretaries less than three weeks to map out these priorities for action over the next year, preferably using existing resources and authorities.

“You are expected and empowered to lead, and to bring new ideas, clear focus, and decisive action to your work,” the letter says. “The submissions should reflect your strategic and political assessment of the key actions our government will deliver for Canadians…