Steven Guilbeault steps down as MP for Laurier–Sainte-Marie
The MP for Laurier—Sainte-Marie said he's leaving government on a matter of principle because the party's direction on energy and the environment changed under Carney's leadership.
Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault has resigned his seat in the Laurier–Sainte-Marie riding, according to the House of Commons website. The decision came after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans for six additional by-elections in the coming months. Guilbeault cited his disagreement with the Liberal Party's change in direction on energy and the environment as the reason for his departure.
He is following in the footsteps of fellow MP Cathay Wagantall, a Conservative representing Saskatchewan's Yorkton-Melville riding, who also announced her resignation this summer. Wagantall initially planned to stay until the next election but changed her mind after announcing her resignation. Both Guilbeault and Wagantall are among a growing number of MPs exiting their positions in recent months, with the prime minister expected to call by-elections following their resignations.
Written by urgent.news from Global News's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
