M.P. Karygiannis sworn in as Parliamentary Secretary
in new Martin Government
Toronto, Ontario – Prime Minister Paul Martin today appointed Jim Karygiannis, M.P. for Scarborough-Agincourt, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport. He was sworn into his new post at Government House this afternoon taking the oath of office and the oath to the Privy Council.
Parliamentary Secretaries will be playing a very significant role in the government of the 21st Prime Minister. Being sworn into the Privy Council means they will be privy to the most important matters of governance. They will bear the title “Honourable” and will keep this title and their Privy Council status, for life.
Mr. Karygiannis said he was humbled by the confidence and trust that the Prime Minister has placed in him. “Today, the government begins to chart a new vision for Canadians. My role will be to work with the Minister of Transport in responding to the challenges facing our villages, towns and cities. I look forward to being a member of the government team that will make important decisions on our future,” he added.
Mr. Karygiannis was first elected Member of Parliament for Scarborough-Agincourt in 1988.
