Share this Story: Longtime friend had role in Julie Payette's downfall by backing 'toxic workplace' findingsLongtime friend had role in Julie Payette's downfall by backing 'toxic workplace' findings Assunta di Lorenzo was a long-time friend of Payette’s but their relationship soured in the final months of Payette’s mandate, multiple sources say Photo by Blair Gable/Reuters/FileArticle content OTTAWA – The former top bureaucrat at Rideau Hall corroborated the findings of the damning workplace review that led to Julie Payette’s resignation, effectively tipping the scales against the former governor general, National Post has learned. Try refreshing your browser, or Longtime friend had role in Julie Payette's downfall by backing 'toxic workplace' findings Back to video They were granted anonymity, as they were not authorized to discuss these matters publicly. The Privy Council Office and Rideau Hall declined to comment, and di Lorenzo’s lawyer did not respond to multiple emails requesting an interview or a written statement. According to sources, di Lorenzo played an instrumental role in Payette’s downfall by participating in the PCO’s dive into Rideau Hall’s workplace environment. Her input backed up the findings of Quintet Consulting’s workplace review.

Source: National Post February 11, 2021 10:52 UTC