Michael Wernick
Michael Wernick is a former clerk of the Privy Council in Canada, known for his extensive experience in public service and governance. He has been a vocal advocate for reforms aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the Canadian bureaucracy. Wernick's insights into the challenges facing ministerial responsibility and the role of civil servants have contributed to the ongoing dialogue about the future of governance in Canada.
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Michael Wernick, a former head of Canada’s public service, said the magnitude of the defence obligations should not be underestimated.
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Michael Wernick, who retired as the public service’s top bureaucrat in 2019, called the government’s final report 'tepid and incrementalist.'
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Mr. Wernick, who is now with the University of Ottawa, explained the role of cabinet committees.
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Michael Wernick, a former clerk of the Privy Council, explained the role of a secretary of state.
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Michael Wernick, a former clerk of the Privy Council, said in an interview that Mr. Carney has to walk a very fine line between doing it fast and doing it right.
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Former Privy Council clerk Michael Wernick commented on the vagueness of the Liberal platform commitments regarding public service reform.
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Michael Wernick first met Mr. Hurley in 1991 after joining the Constitutional Affairs Secretariat at the PCO and stayed until 1996.
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Michael Wernick is a former clerk of the Privy Council who advises prime ministers.
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Michael Wernick, former clerk of the Privy Council, has detailed changes to address matters in the federal civil service.
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