OTTAWA,
ON, Aug. 17, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister,
Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Governor General, Her
Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, appointed the following
individuals as independent senators to fill vacancies in the
Senate:
- Charles Adler, for Manitoba
- Tracy Muggli, for Saskatchewan
Charles Adler emigrated from
Hungary at a young age and went on
to become a renowned radio host, journalist, and influential voice
in Canada for over 50 years.
Throughout his career, he has used his platform to champion human
rights and Canadian democracy. Recognitions he has received include
a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal and a Lifetime
Achievement Award from the Radio Television Digital News
Association.
Tracy Muggli is a registered
social worker, senior executive, and former provincial public
servant with over 35 years of experience in the health and social
services sectors. She has long been an active member of her
community and currently serves as the Executive Director of
St. Paul's Hospital in
Saskatoon. She has received
numerous awards and recognitions, including the Queen
Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the (Saskatchewan) Premier's Award for Excellence
in Public Service.
These new senators were recommended by the Independent Advisory
Board for Senate Appointments and chosen using a merit-based
process open to all Canadians. Introduced in 2016, this process
ensures senators are independent, reflect Canada's diversity, and are able to tackle the
broad range of challenges and opportunities facing the country.
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"The Senate of Canada will be
stronger with its newest independent senators. Mr. Adler and
Ms. Muggli will put their vast experience and knowledge to
work for all Canadians in their new roles."
— The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau,
Prime Minister of Canada
Quick Facts
- The Senate is the Upper House in Canada's parliamentary democracy. It unites a
diverse group of accomplished Canadians in service of their
country. Created to counterbalance representation by population in
the House of Commons, the Senate not only defends regional
interests, it also creates a space for the voices of historically
underrepresented groups like Indigenous Peoples, racialized
communities, and women.
- Candidate submissions were reviewed by the Independent Advisory
Board for Senate Appointments, which provided recommendations to
the Prime Minister. The Board is guided in its work by public,
transparent, non-partisan, and merit-based criteria to identify
highly qualified candidates for the Senate.
- With today's announcement, there have been 84 independent
appointments to the Senate made on the advice of Prime Minister
Justin Trudeau. All of them were
recommended by the Board.
- Under the Canadian Constitution, the Governor General appoints
individuals to the Senate. By convention, senators are appointed on
the advice of the Prime Minister.
- Once appointed by the Governor General, new senators join their
peers to examine and revise legislation, investigate national
issues, and represent regional, provincial and territorial, and
minority interests – important functions in a modern
democracy.
Biographical Notes
- Charles Adler
- Tracy Muggli
Associated Links
- Senate of Canada
- Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments
- Senate Appointments Process – Questions and Answers
This document is also available at https://pm.gc.ca
SOURCE Prime Minister's Office