Ministry drops social from name
November 6, 2008
THE CANADIAN PRESS
SUE BAILEY

OTTAWA -- As Americans herald a new political era of hope and social inclusion, Canada's government has stripped the words "social development" from the title of one of its largest cabinet posts.

Diane Finley became the new minister last week of Human Resources and Skills Development -- formerly known as Human Resources and Social Development.

Conservatives say the quiet name change signals renewed focus on skills training and a faltering economy….

Ottawa does provide billions of dollars a year to the provinces to help fund health, education and a range of social programs.

…. Finley will continue to be responsible for child-care spending, employment insurance and other social files.