Payette is also under fire over claims she's created a toxic work environment and a culture of fear at Rideau Hall. Although Payette's role is mostly ceremonial, it can be important during a minority government. Chrystia Freeland poses with Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau next to Gov. Gen. Julie Payette after being sworn-in as Deputy Prime Minister at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada November 20, 2019. Smith also said there are "outstanding issues regarding universal accessibility and privacy" at Rideau Hall.

Source: CBC News August 07, 2020 19:18 UTC