Kenora MP Greg Rickford is moving up on Parliament Hill.Rickford has been named the new Minister of Natural Resources as part of a cabinet shuffle spurred by the sudden resignation of Jim Flaherty.
Rickford says he's expecting a smooth transition, but does say he'll need to do a lot of briefing for his new portfolio.
He adds that it's a proud day for the Kenora riding.
He retains responsibility of FedNor and the Ring of Fire but gives up his Minister of Science and Technology portfolio.
