Politicians react to Steven Guilbeault’s plan to resign as an MP
The former environment minister says he is disillusioned by Carney’s climate policy shift and the Alberta energy deal that backed a bitumen pipeline.
- Former environment minister Steven Guilbeault confirmed Wednesday he will step down as a Liberal member of Parliament this summer, ending his tenure in caucus.
- Guilbeault's disillusionment stems from recent months of what he called the dismantling of climate policies under Prime Minister Mark Carney, following his cabinet departure last year over Ottawa's energy deal with Alberta.
- Conservative MP Michael Barrett expressed respect for Guilbeault after 'seven years in politics,' while Prime Minister Carney said Guilbeault 'has the courage of his convictions' but lacks alignment with him.
- Liberal colleagues extended personal support, with Matt Jeneroux expressing 'tremendous respect' for Guilbeault's work and Jean-Yves Duclos calling him 'a dear friend' wishing him well.
- Guilbeault's departure underscores ideological divisions within the Liberal Party over environmental priorities, having served as Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and promoted the Canada Strong Pass.
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Liberals prepare to lose climate champion as Guilbeault plans to quit Commons
Minister Steven MacKinnon does not anticipate further Liberal departures after Steven Guilbeault's. Like many of his colleagues, he praised the political commitment of the former Minister of the Environment while defending the government's changing approach to climate.
Former Environment Minister Guilbeault to Leave Federal Politics This Summer
Liberal MP and former Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault has announced he will be resigning from his seat this summer, saying he wants to continue fighting against climate change in a “different way.” In a statement released May 27, Guilbeault said he had informed Liberal caucus colleagues of his decision to step down as MP for the Montreal riding of Laurier–Sainte-Marie, though he will remain in office until “later this summer.” Guilbeault …
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The Hamilton SpectatorPoliticians react to Steven Guilbeault’s plan to resign as an MP
OTTAWA - Staunch environmentalist and former Liberal environment minister Steven Guilbeault confirmed Wednesday he will step down as a member of Parliament this summer.
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Politicians react to Steven Guilbeault's plan to resign as an MP
OTTAWA - Former Liberal environment minister and staunch environmentalist Steven Guilbeault confirmed Wednesday he will step down as a member of Parliament this summer.
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