Chris d'Entremont's Party Switch Sparks Mixed Reactions in Nova Scotia
Chris d'Entremont's decision to leave the Conservative Party and join the governing Liberals has drawn varied responses in his Nova Scotia riding.
Support and Understanding from Local Officials
Linda Gregory, warden of the Municipality of the District of Digby, expressed understanding about d'Entremont's move, saying it did not come as a surprise given her views on the Conservative leader.
"I think of Poilievre as a right-winger. I personally would run too."
Gregory acknowledged that although the switch was unexpected, given d'Entremont's strong Conservative background, she believes he acted with integrity and care for his community.
"But 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."
D'Entremont’s Political Background
- First elected to the Nova Scotia Legislature in 2003 as a Progressive Conservative
- Re-elected four times and held multiple cabinet positions
- Transitioned to federal politics, representing West Nova (now Acadie-Annapolis)
- The only non-Liberal MP elected in Nova Scotia in the 2019 federal election
Reason for the Shift
D'Entremont explained he left the Conservative caucus because he no longer felt aligned with Pierre Poilievre’s leadership.
"I no longer felt represented in leader Pierre Poilievre's party."
This decision has polarized opinion at home, with some voters supportive and others accusing him of misleading his constituents.
Author's summary: Chris d'Entremont's crossing from the Conservatives to the Liberals reveals a complex community divided between loyalty to party and personal conviction.