Conservative MP d’Entremont officially launches campaign for House Speaker, unclear if Fergus will run again for top job

Conservative MP Chris d'Entremont pitches himself as a steady hand in this minority Parliament: 'experienced, and impartial leadership is more important than ever.'

Three-term Nova Scotia Conservative MP Chris d’Entremont, left, pictured with then-Green MP Mike Morrice, who was defeated in the federal election, has officially launched his bid for Speaker of the House of Commons.The Hill Times photograph by Stuart Benson

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BY ABBAS RANA

May 6, 2025

It remains unclear whether Speaker Greg Fergus will seek re-election to one of the most coveted positions on Parliament Hill, but a three-term Nova Scotia Conservative MP—who's previously served as deputy speaker—is officially entering the race.

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