Canada’s Conservative Party Loses Second Lawmaker in Three Days
Alberta Member of Parliament Matt Jeneroux shocked Ottawa by announcing his resignation from the House of Commons on the evening of November 6, 2025. His sudden departure marks the second loss for Canada’s Conservative Party within a week.
This development increases the pressure on Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre as he faces growing political challenges from Prime Minister Mark Carney. The resignation also coincides with the government’s preparation for a critical vote on its new budget, unveiled on November 4. If the budget fails to pass, the Carney administration could collapse.
“I have decided to step down from my position in the House of Commons,”
wrote Mr. Jeneroux in a message posted on social media. He did not provide reasons for his decision and has not responded to media inquiries.
His exit follows the high-profile defection of Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont, who crossed the floor to join Prime Minister Carney’s Liberal Party earlier this week. That move brought the Liberals to 170 seats—just two short of achieving a parliamentary majority.
Political Context
- Mr. Jeneroux’s resignation came amid rising political tension before a decisive budget vote.
- Mr. d’Entremont’s defection significantly strengthened the Liberal Party’s parliamentary standing.
- Conservative leadership now faces questions about unity and internal direction.
Timeline
- November 4, 2025 – Federal budget released by the Carney government.
- November 6, 2025 – Matt Jeneroux resigns from the House of Commons.
- November 7, 2025 – News of the resignation spreads nationwide.
Author’s summary: Two rapid departures from Canada’s Conservative Party—one resignation and one defection—have reshaped political dynamics ahead of a crucial budget vote and placed Pierre Poilievre’s leadership under renewed scrutiny.
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