OTTAWA— Prime Minister Justin Trudeau offered no apology to Canadians or to staff who suffered workplace harassment for his ill-fated choice of former governor general Julie Payette and her hand-picked top aide Assunta Di Lorenzo. Trudeau appointed an outside firm to conduct the workplace review which invited current and former Rideau Hall staff, RCMP and military personnel who worked with Payette, and other “knowledgeable” people to come forward. It painted a picture of a completely unacceptable workplace,” LeBlanc said. LeBlanc said the Privy Council clerk will prepare advice for the prime minister on options for next steps in appointing Payette’s replacement. Parliament resumes next week, amid an ongoing health and economic crisis and Trudeau is in a minority government position.

Source: thestar January 22, 2021 23:35 UTC