Admiral Art McDonald, has stepped down ahead of an investigation into unspecified allegations.
Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan made the bombshell announcement late last night.
He said McDonald left the post voluntarily, and the Canadian Forces National Investigation Service had been tasked to look into the matter.
Lieutenant General Wayne Eyre is taking over the role of acting chief of the defence staff.
Moyer Farms Making $12M Investment
New state-of-the-art facility being built in Lincoln.
Niagara Falls Going Green for St. Patrick's Day
A beloved annual celebration throughout much of the world.
St. Catharines RIDE Campaign
One driver was nabbed for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.
Davies Challenges Gov't on EV Support
Niagara South MP told parliament of problems at 2 Niagara EV plants
Welland's Plan for Hospital Contribution
City council voting for multi-year plan to pay for its $17.8-million portion of South Niagara hospital
New GO Station Coming to Niagara
Metrolinx is working with the region to build one in Grimsby, there will be public consultation on this
Most Serious Collisions in Summer: Region
The region is working on road safety with less money due to no speed cameras
Coach Service Added to Airport
The Niagara airport working with Air Canada and Landline Company for service to Toronto