Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont Crosses the Floor to Join Liberals
In a significant political move that has captured national attention, Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont has left the Conservative Party to join the Liberals, just as crucial confidence votes on the federal budget are looming. Representing the riding of Acadie–Annapolis, d’Entremont announced his decision in a statement released by the Liberal Party late Tuesday.
He explained that the decision came after careful reflection and thoughtful discussions with both his constituents and his family. D’Entremont expressed that he saw a “better path forward” for Canada and for his riding, citing the federal budget introduced by Prime Minister Mark Carney as aligning with the priorities he had consistently heard from his community. He highlighted that the budget focuses on strengthening community infrastructure and fostering economic growth, goals he felt were essential during what he described as a “difficult time” for the country.
A former provincial MLA, d’Entremont had narrowly won his seat in the 2025 federal election. During the previous Parliament, he served as deputy speaker, a post he was not re-elected to following the election. His rationale for joining the governing Liberal caucus was clear: he wants to contribute directly to guiding Canada through the current period of global disruption, technological change, and economic uncertainty. “After five years in opposition, the people of Acadie–Annapolis and all Canadians know that today’s challenges require leadership—not complaint, but confidence in a strong future,” he said.
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The move has drawn criticism from Conservative leadership. Deputy leader Melissa Lantsman, speaking on CBC’s Power and Politics , said d’Entremont was betraying the voters who had elected him. She argued that his decision reflects a departure from the priorities of his constituents, including addressing inflation, lowering grocery prices, and tackling housing costs. Lantsman also suggested that if d’Entremont had retained the deputy speaker role, he might not have resigned from his party.
While d’Entremont’s floor-crossing is politically significant, it does not immediately alter the balance of power in the House of Commons for the first confidence vote on the budget. The Liberals now hold 170 votes but still need 172 to ensure their government survives. His announcement, however, raises the possibility that other MPs may follow suit, potentially shaping the outcome of key votes in the coming days.
This development underscores the intensity of the political moment in Ottawa. With Canada facing both domestic and international challenges, the decision of a single MP to switch parties can carry profound implications for governance and policy-making. For d’Entremont, the choice reflects a personal and strategic commitment to be part of the government’s efforts at a pivotal time, while for the Conservatives, it signals a moment of introspection about party cohesion and representation.
The coming days will reveal whether this is an isolated shift or the start of a broader trend among MPs reassessing their positions in light of the government’s budget and priorities. For now, Chris d’Entremont’s move has already made waves and will be closely watched by political observers and constituents alike.
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