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Scott Aitchison to resign Parry Sound–Muskoka seat

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 7:57 PM UTC · How we work

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Conservative MP Scott Aitchison will resign his Parry Sound–Muskoka seat after the fall session.
He said after 30 years of public life he will explore new opportunities.
His resignation will raise vacant House of Commons seats from six to seven.
He is the eighth Conservative MP to leave the caucus since the 2025 election.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre called Aitchison a dedicated public servant and friend.

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Conservative MP Scott Aitchison will resign his Parry Sound–Muskoka seat after the fall session.
He said after 30 years of public life he will explore new opportunities.
His resignation will raise vacant House of Commons seats from six to seven.
He is the eighth Conservative MP to leave the caucus since the 2025 election.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre called Aitchison a dedicated public servant and friend.