The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has obtained new documents showing Governor General Julie Payette’s Rideau Hall renovations cost taxpayers just over half a million dollars, but Payette still hasn’t moved in. That renovation bill is nearly double the amount previously reported by media.
The large expenses started on Payette’s first day in office when her swearing-in ceremony totaled $649,000, surpassing the original budget of $500,000.
Media has also reported Payette’s “secrecy and resistance” to working with her RCMP protection details have resulted in nearly $700,000 in extra costs for her security.
“While various departments point fingers, the office of the Governor General has become a parade of wasteful spending stories,” said Wudrick. “Someone needs to be held responsible for this money being wasted. The Minister needs to stick up for taxpayers, and tell the NCC and the Governor General to get their houses in order.”
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