News Summary

• Rideau Hall changed guidelines to say what can and cannot be expensed.
• The guidelines now say governors general can only be reimbursed for "distinct wardrobe requirements" That spending can include outfits for formal and black-tie events or "very special occasions such as a coronation" The Office of the Secretary to the Governor General said it's still in the process of reviewing its financial support for governors general, including the clothing allowance.
• Governors general can expense a maximum of $130,000 over five years for outfits.