Chris d'Entremont's Party Switch Divides Opinion in Nova Scotia
Chris d'Entremont, MP for Acadie-Annapolis, recently left the Conservative Party to join the governing Liberals, sparking mixed reactions in his home province of Nova Scotia. He explained his departure by saying he no longer felt represented by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s party.
Supportive Views
Linda Gregory, warden of the Municipality of the District of Digby—part of d'Entremont's riding—expressed understanding of his move. She described Poilievre as a right-wing figure and shared that she might have acted similarly.
“That does not surprise me. I think of Poilievre as a right-winger. I personally would run too.”
Gregory acknowledged d'Entremont's reputation as a longstanding Conservative but highlighted his integrity and care for the community.
“He's also got a lot of integrity. He's also a very caring person, caring about his community, caring about what's best. And to me, when he walked across the floor, he made a decision that was very heart-wrenching for him to make the best choice for our community.”
Political Background
D'Entremont began his political career in 2003 as a Progressive Conservative member of the Nova Scotia Legislature. He was re-elected four times, held multiple cabinet roles, and later won the federal seat of West Nova (now Acadie-Annapolis). In the 2019 federal election, he was notable as the only non-Liberal MP elected from Nova Scotia.
Summary
Chris d'Entremont’s move from Conservative to Liberal has drawn both respect and criticism, reflecting his complex relationship with party politics and commitment to his community.