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Ford’s cabinet circa 2019, which was criticized for having more Ministers named “Lisa” than people of colour. Expect a bigger, more diverse crew on Friday. Photo: Getty

SHUFFLE UP — The Ford government’s hotly anticipated cabinet swearing-in goes down on Friday.

The invite: “DOUG FORD, Premier of Ontario, and [his wife] Mrs. KARLA FORD cordially invite you to attend the unveiling of the Members of the Executive Council…Friday, June 24, [at] 11:15AM…Front steps of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario…Rain or Shine. Dress code: Business attire.” The outdoor ceremony is public, and will be followed by a more exclusive indoor ceremony on the Grand Staircase. Lieutenant Governor ELIZABETH DOWDESWELL will do the swearing in.

Who’s who: Rumour has it cabinet will be bigger and more diverse, as the PCs have a much larger pool to choose from, with an 83-seat majority. All eyes will be on who nabs the Health Minister’s spot to fill CHRISTINE ELLIOTT’s shoes. Word on the street is t…