Deputy Speaker Says He Had No Involvement in Conservative Party Ad

Published on May 31, 2024

Deputy Speaker Chris d’Entremont says he did not approve an advertisement for a Conservative party event that led the NDP to accuse him of partisanship. The NDP said an advertisement for a party event featuring a photo of Mr. d’Entremont in his official robes violates the neutrality of his office. NDP MP Lindsay Mathyssen asked the Conservatives to clarify in the House of Commons on May 30 afternoon whether Mr. d’Entremont knew about or approved the ad. In an emailed statement, Mr. d’Entremont said the Facebook post advertising the event was made by a volunteer for a riding association he has no involvement with....

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