The advisory board also welcomed eight new members to help judge which names should make it to the top of the list. Here’s a quick refresher Many people seem to be in some confusion about the government’s plan for the new independent, non-partisan Senate. OTTAWA — Canadians who dream of becoming a senator can now submit their resumes online. Andrew Coyne: Still confused about the new non-partisan Senate? Read more …Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to replace the old system of patronage with a new merit-based appointments process overseen by an independent advisory board.

Source: National Post July 08, 2016 14:03 UTC