No deep concern for extended GG selection process, despite awkwardness for chief justice, say experts

The situation could become concerning if a new governor general isn't in place before the next dissolution of Parliament, say two professors.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pictured with his cabinet in front of Rideau Hall on Nov. 20, 2019, will 'probably' recommend his choice for Canada's next governor general by the end of June, according to Queen's Privy Council President Dominic LeBlanc. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY NEIL MOSS

June 2, 2021

The extended timeline to find a new governor general is not a large concern as time is needed to find the fitting candidate to stabilize an office mired in scandal, say experts, but the delay to find a new vice-regal has led to continued awkwardness for the Supreme Court chief justice. Supreme Cour...

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