Some context first: the Progressive Conservatives in Nova Scotia are, in reality, very progressive. Atlantic Canada as a region leans heavily toward socialist-style policies, which is one of the reasons it has long depended on federal bailouts.
This dependence is also why, on this blog, we often predict that forced austerity will eventually come to Canada. Based on current voting patterns, there’s virtually no path for Canadians to willingly vote for fiscal restraint. Canada has a large population of atheists and secularists, many of whom sincerely view Christianity as archaic — something that should be replaced with big-government socialism.
A Progressive “Conservative”
As for Chris d’Entremont, his background isn’t particularly entrepreneurial. From my perspective, if someone has never run a business or experienced the private sector firsthand, it’s much easier for them to imagine big government as the solution to every problem.
In my own municipality, I’ve had so-called “Conservatives” come to my door talking about price controls — a socialist policy in disguise. So, when a politician like d’Entremont switches parties, it’s not exactly shocking.
Sure, there might be more to the story, but given Mark Carney’s upcoming budget, which will almost certainly pass, the writing is on the wall: a devalued Canadian dollar (the loonie) is on the horizon.
Economic Reality Under Mark Carney
It remains unclear how the loonie will perform on foreign exchange markets, but domestically, it’s difficult to imagine a scenario where inflation doesn’t heat up and private-sector job losses don’t accelerate.
Mark Carney’s industrial carbon tax—which puts Canada at odds with nearly every other developed nation—makes the country unattractive for investment.
To make matters worse, Carney’s federal deficit is projected at $78 billion on paper, but if you understand how government forecasting works, that likely means closer to $200 billion in reality, because their projections are based on everything going perfectly — which it never does.
For private businesses, that means higher costs, which they’ll inevitably pass on to consumers. If regulations or politics prevent that, they’ll likely cut investments or pack up and leave altogether.
A Political Power Play
By joining Mark Carney’s Liberals, Chris d’Entremont brings Carney closer to forming a majority government. Whether his riding supports this move remains to be seen.
But let’s be honest — when you listen to Atlantic Canada’s politics, it often sounds like an auction for other people’s money. There’s very little appetite for small government, free enterprise, or fiscal restraint.
Official Statement
OTTAWA (Reuters) – Canadian Member of Parliament Chris d’Entremont has joined Prime Minister Mark Carney’s minority Liberal government after resigning from the opposition Conservative Party caucus on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Nova Scotia lawmaker representing Acadie–Annapolis.
“After serious consideration and thoughtful conversations with constituents and my family, I came to a clear conclusion: there is a better path forward for our country — and a better path forward for Acadie-Annapolis,” d’Entremont said.
“Prime Minister Mark Carney is offering that path with a new budget that hits the priorities I have heard most in my riding — to build strong community infrastructure and grow a stronger economy,” he added.
Final Reflection
Politicians switching sides for political convenience is nothing new. But Canadians should ask themselves what this means for the country’s future — especially as the line between liberalism and conservatism blurs under the growing shadow of big government.
When so-called conservatives start defending socialist economics, it’s a clear sign that the principles of self-reliance and fiscal responsibility have been replaced by dependency and comfort.
Consider making Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior today. Because when faith disappears from society, government becomes the new god — and history has shown how that story always ends.