Alberta Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux Announces Resignation
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has declared his resignation from the House of Commons, stepping down as the representative for Edmonton-Riverbend. The announcement was made Thursday through a letter shared on social media, following speculation about his political path and shortly after another Conservative MP switched parties.
Jeneroux’s Statement
“I ran in the last election hopeful that Canadians would put their faith in a team led by Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives. Although the outcome was not what I anticipated, I have great admiration for the many remarkable individuals who were elected to the House of Commons on both sides of the aisle.”
“For now, my focus must turn entirely to my family and to the responsibilities that come with that.”
Resignation Timeline
Jeneroux did not specify the exact date of his departure. However, a response from Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre indicates Jeneroux will remain in office into 2026:
“On behalf of our Conservative team, I wish you and your family all the best following your decision to step down as MP next spring.”
Political Career Overview
Since 2015, Matt Jeneroux has served as MP for Edmonton-Riverbend. Throughout his tenure, he held multiple shadow cabinet positions, covering areas such as health, housing, and infrastructure.
Author’s summary: Matt Jeneroux’s resignation marks a significant change for the Edmonton-Riverbend constituency as he refocuses on family after a decade of parliamentary service and various shadow cabinet roles.