Sources had told the CBC early Tuesday morning that the former federal cabinet minister would be named the first female vice-regal representative and, a few hours later, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made it official with a media release. Foote stepped down from her role in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet in late August, citing family reasons, and resigned as an MP the following month. Foote previously served as a federal cabinet minister Judy Foote before resigning to be closer to her family. When asked if she would continue collecting the pensions she earned as a provincial MHA and a federal MP, Foote made it clear she knows the rules. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau embraces MP Judy Foote after her final remarks in the House of Commons.

Source: CBC News March 20, 2018 11:21 UTC