February 1, 2019

As Secretary Orsini stated in his memo from January 17, I have been named Secretary of the Cabinet on an interim basis while the recruitment process for a new Secretary is underway. I am excited to be appointed interim Secretary while this process takes place, and I am honoured to have this opportunity to lead the Ontario Public Service.

The collaborative spirit of the OPS, your hard work and your dedication serve as the hallmarks of our organization. Throughout my career, the knowledge and experience of my colleagues throughout the OPS have always served as a source of inspiration for me, and I know they will continue to be invaluable moving forward.

As I transition into this role over the coming weeks, I will be fortunate to rely on your professionalism, your advice and your insights. As Secretary, policy excellence and service delivery for the public will continue to be top priorities, as will our commitment to building a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone feels comfortable and welcome and is able to fully contribute.

I’m looking forward to working with you as we continue to support delivery of the government’s priorities.

Sincerely,

Steven Davidson