When Prime Minister Justin Trudeau put Newfoundland MP Judy Foote in the first gender-balanced cabinet in Canadian history he offered a pithy rationale: "Because it's 2015." The prime minister does not have to justify or explain his choice, he can just appoint who ever he wants, no questions asked. Judy Foote is seen being sworn in as a federal cabinet minister in November 2015, while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks on. Judy Foote was an able, skilful cabinet minister who is personally close to Justin Trudeau. She has the right resumé to be lieutenant-governor and the right relationship with the Prime Minister.

Source: CBC News March 24, 2018 09:31 UTC