Chief Justice Will Fill In for Payette Until Permanent Replacement Is Found

A sign on the wall surrounding Rideau Hall on Jan. 21, 2021. Gov.-Gen. Julie Payette is resigning. The news comes as the results of an investigation into allegations of a toxic workplace environment at Rideau Hall are expected to be released. Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press

As Gov.-Gen. Julie Payette announces her resignation following a blistering report on the work environment at Rideau Hall, Chief Justice Richard Wagner will take on the duties of the governor general for the time being.

An independent consulting firm was hired by the Privy Council Office last year to investigate reports of workplace harassment and bullying by Payette of staff at Rideau Hall.