Councilor Andrew Beamer, Deputy Mayor for the City of Peterborough to temporarily take on the role of Acting Mayor.
Therrien is taking this temporary leave to address her personal health.
“While it pains me to step away from my responsibilities as our community continues to deal with the impacts of COVID, I deeply appreciate Deputy Mayor Beamer’s willingness to step up as well as my fellow Councillors for filling in as they are able,” she said in a release. “I know the important work of the City will continue in my absence, and I look forward to re-joining you all soon.”