Canada’s Conservative Party Loses Two Lawmakers in a Week
Alberta lawmaker Matt Jeneroux unexpectedly resigned from the House of Commons on the evening of November 6, 2025, surprising Ottawa.
This resignation marks the second loss for Canada’s Conservative Party within days, increasing pressure on Pierre Poilievre, the party leader and main opponent of Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The timing is crucial as Carney’s government faces a pivotal vote on its budget, released November 4, which must pass in the House to avoid the government's collapse.
Details of Resignation and Political Impact
Matt Jeneroux did not provide an explanation for his resignation in his social media statement and has not responded to requests for comments.
This event follows closely on the heels of Chris d’Entremont’s defection from the Conservatives to Carney’s Liberal Party just two days earlier. D’Entremont represented Nova Scotia before switching sides.
That gave the Liberals 170 seats, just two shy of a majority in Parliament.
Context of Recent Changes
- Conservative MP Chris d’Entremont defected to the Liberals, shifting balance in Parliament.
- The Liberals now hold 170 seats, nearing a majority.
- Carney’s government’s budget vote is critical to its survival.
Summary
The Conservative Party faces a significant challenge with two members departing just before a decisive budget vote, reshaping the parliamentary landscape ahead of a potential government crisis.
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