Backrooms and Beyond

Jonathan Craft is a cross-appointed assistant professor in the Department of Political Science, and School of Public Policy and Governance, at the University of Toronto.

• Introduction. Partisan Advisers, Policy Work, and The Political Arm of Government in CanadaChapter 1. A ‘No Surprises’ EnvironmentChapter 2. Institutionalization, Expansion, and SpecializationChapter 3. Buffers and Bridges at the “Centre”Chapter 4. Movers and Shapers at the CentreChapter 5. He Said/She Said: Ministers’ Office Buffers and BridgesChapter 6. Movers and Shapers Down the LineChapter 7. Conclusion. Core Executives, Partisan Advisers, and the Politics of Policy Work in CanadaReferencesAppendicesAppendix A. Federal Exempt Staff by Department (March 31, 2001 - March 31, 2014)Appendix B. Organization of B.C. Premier’s Office (2001)Appendix C. Organization of B.C. Premier’s Office (2011)Appendix D. B.C. Ministers’ Office Staff by Department and Classification (1996-2001)Appendix E. Interview Index

"It is a thoughtful and reassuring guide for those left confused or concerned by the limited insights of the [Mike] Duffy trial."- Howard Anglin (Policy Options, August 15, 2016) ‘Craft’s study is the first in decades to meaningfully differentiate the roles of political staff in order to focus on those who provide policy advice. This book is essential reading for scholars who are interested in policy making, public administration, and Canadian institutions generally.’- Anna L. Esselment (Canadian Journal of Political Science vol 50:03:2017)