Minister designated for Canadian Multiculturalism

Summary#

This is an order that names who is responsible for the Canadian Multiculturalism Act. It designates the Minister of State (Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities) as that minister, replacing an earlier designation. The order was made as P.C. 2023-771 (July 26, 2023) and published in the Canada Gazette on August 16, 2023.

What it does#

• Repeals the earlier designation, Order in Council P.C. 2021-950 (October 26, 2021).
• Designates the Minister of State (Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities) as the minister responsible for administering the Canadian Multiculturalism Act for the federal government.

Who's affected#

• Federal officials and departments that carry out multiculturalism programs and policies.
• Community groups, service organizations, and citizens who interact with the federal office responsible for multiculturalism (for example, for grants, guidance, or complaints).
• The change is mainly administrative. It does not itself change the rights, duties, or rules in the Canadian Multiculturalism Act.

Why it matters#

• It tells Canadians which minister and office handle the federal government's multiculturalism responsibilities.
• That affects where people and groups go for information, funding, or to raise concerns about multiculturalism programs.
• The order is an internal assignment of responsibility and does not amend the law itself.