A guide for ministers and secretaries of state : CP22-65/2002

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A message from Prime Minister Jean Chrétien prefaces this guide to the duties and responsibilities of Ministers (appointed to Cabinet portfolios) and Secretaries of State (appointed to assist Ministers). The guide is intended to help ensure responsible, accountable government functioning and public confidence in government. It describes the roles of other officials, such as Deputy Ministers and Ministers of State, and those of government bodies such as the Prime Minister’s Office and Privy Council. It also describes the Cabinet decision-making process.

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Publication information
Department/Agency Canada. Privy Council.
Title A guide for ministers and secretaries of state
Publication type Monograph
Language Bilingual-[English | French]
Format Paper
Other formats Electronic-[French], Electronic-[English]
Publishing information Privy Council 2002.
Binding Softcover
Description 44p. : references ; 24 cm.
ISBN 0-662-66566-X
Catalogue number
  • CP22-65/2002
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