Canada’s Conservative Party Loses Second Lawmaker in Three Days
Alberta lawmaker Matt Jeneroux unexpectedly resigned from the House of Commons on the evening of November 6, 2025, surprising many in Ottawa. His decision marks the second loss for Canada’s Conservative Party within a single week.
The resignation increases the strain on Pierre Poilievre, the main political opponent of Prime Minister Mark Carney, as the government faces an upcoming confidence vote tied to its recently released Budget on November 4. The Budget must pass to keep the government in power.
Mr. Jeneroux did not provide any explanation for his decision in the statement he posted to social media and has not responded to press inquiries.
His departure comes only two days after the defection of Chris d’Entremont of Nova Scotia, who left the Conservatives to join the Liberal Party. This shift gives the Liberals 170 seats—just two short of a parliamentary majority.
“Matt Jeneroux’s resignation leaves the Conservatives reeling as the Liberals edge closer to a majority.”
Author’s Summary
The unexpected exit of Matt Jeneroux, following Chris d’Entremont’s defection, puts Canada’s Conservatives under acute pressure as the Liberals near a majority ahead of a crucial Budget vote.