Calgary’s only Liberal MP says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s announcement Monday of his intention to resign as prime minister and Liberal leader was necessary “to move our country forward.”
George Chahal, who publicly called for Trudeau’s resignation weeks ago, thanked the outgoing prime minister but said his resignation was necessary.
“Canadians have wanted change, and I’ve been very vocal about the need to push for change as we move forward,” said Chahal, president of Calgary Skyview.
“I think this gives us an opportunity to advance that change through new policy ideas and new leadership.”
However, changes within the party and government come with uncertainty.
Parliament has been allowed to adjourn until March 24, and few details are known about the date for the Liberal leadership election.
“It’s not helpful because there’s so much uncertainty about who’s going to be at the negotiating table. That’s why I still think we need an election. We need to get this issue resolved sooner rather than later so we can continue to have important discussions.” Let’s solve this problem,” said Alberta Premier Daniel Smith.
Smith also called Trudeau’s decision to suspend parliament and remain in leadership until a replacement is found “one of the most irresponsible and self-serving acts by a government in Canadian history.”
Donald Trump, who will be sworn in as U.S. president in two weeks, has pledged to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian goods unless certain conditions are met.
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce said Canada needs a unified approach in these discussions.
“What we need is a message of national unity and stability at all levels of government, because that’s what we need in this time of uncertainty as a country and what will be brought forward. It’s a way to overcome challenges,” Deborah said. said Yedlin, president and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.
There is also uncertainty about the long-term future of federal funding being pumped into municipalities such as Calgary.
“We have not received any information from our federal funding partners indicating any changes to previously committed funding,” a city spokesperson told CTV News.
“We remain committed to cooperating with all government mandates and continuing to serve and deliver on Calgary’s critical infrastructure projects.”
