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Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first Senate appointments signal a major political shift, ditching the non-partisan model of the past for a more partisan approach. He’s handpicked Richard Martel, a Conservative MP who resigned his House seat, and Tom Pitfield, his own top aide from the PMO — both set to sit as independents despite their party ties. Two others, Dr. Rodney Ouellette and Geeta Tucker, were vetted by the advisory board. Critics see this as a move to prioritize political loyalty over merit, potentially undermining Senate independence, while supporters argue it’s a pragmatic strategy to advance government priorities. A new advisory body is promised, but for now, the Senate is bracing for a more politicized future.

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