Let's talk about Brantford: What happens when an MP resigns?
On August 8, Conservative MP Larry Brock announced that he would be resigning from his position as the Member of Parliament for Brantford–Brant–South Six Nations, effective September 18.
In an interview with The Brantford Expositor, Brock spoke about the challenges of serving as a member of the opposition, saying that he felt he was “running into a brick wall” and could only do so much from the opposition benches.
So, what happens next?
Once an MP’s seat officially becomes vacant, the Speaker of the House of Commons notifies the Chief Electoral Officer, and a federal by-election is initiated to fill the vacant seat. The writ for a by-election must be issued between 11 and 180 days after the vacancy is formally reported, and election day must take place between 36 and 50 days after the writ is issued. Until a new MP is elected, the riding will not have a sitting Member of Parliament representing it in the House of Commons.
For voters in Brantford, Brant and South Six Nations, that means a federal by-election is on the horizon.
So, what does this mean for you?
Our Let’s Talk About Brantford series will break down what you need to know about the upcoming by-election — including voting eligibility, important dates, how the process works and why participating in the democratic process matters. We’ll share information as it becomes available so you can be informed and ready to have your say.
Stay tuned for the next edition of Let’s Talk About Brantford.
Prepared by Selin Ulugbay - AVP: Government & Stakeholder Relations
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