Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux says he's resigning from the House

Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux Resigns from Parliament

Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has announced that he is stepping down from his seat in the House of Commons. The Edmonton politician, once considered a potential defector to the Liberals after Chris d’Entremont’s recent floor crossing, shared news of his resignation in a letter released Thursday.

“I’ve decided to step away from federal politics,” Jeneroux wrote, without revealing his reasons for leaving.

The timing of his official departure remains uncertain, as does whether he plans to participate in upcoming budget-related votes. His absence could edge the Liberals closer to passing their budget without needing other parties’ support.

On Thursday night, Jeneroux abstained from voting both in person and virtually on the Conservative subamendment to the budget motion, which was ultimately defeated. The vote saw the Liberals, Bloc Québécois, New Democratic Party, and Green Leader Elizabeth May align in opposition.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre shared on X that Jeneroux intends to leave by spring after taking one final opportunity to speak in the House. A vote on the Bloc amendment is scheduled for Friday, with a subsequent final vote on the overall budget motion expected in November.

Following Jeneroux’s resignation, the Conservatives’ seat count would drop to 142, compared with 22 for the Bloc Québécois, 7 for the New Democrats, and 1 for the Greens.

Author’s Summary

Matt Jeneroux’s resignation reshapes the dynamics in Parliament, potentially easing the Liberals’ path to passing their budget amid shifting party balances.

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iPolitics iPolitics — 2025-11-07

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