Blacklock's Reporter

Governor General Mary Simon’s office asked federally regulated corporations for money to build a $4 million Rideau Hall ice pavilion, records show. Donors were offered invitations to her official residence, a commemorative photo with Simon and a personal thank-you letter autographed by the Governor General’s husband, former CBC journalist Whit Fraser: “Recognition of philanthropic donations has to be meaningful and appropriate to avoid perceptions of conflict of interest.”