Scott Brison Resigning From Federal Cabinet, Won’t Seek Re-Election

Scott Brison is quitting a political career he loves to spend more time with a cherished family that politics made possible. After 22 years representing the Nova Scotia riding of Kings-Hants—initially as a Progressive Conservative MP before jumping to the Liberals in 2003—Brison told The Canadian Press it’s time for a change. He’s decided not to seek re-election this fall.

Treasury Board President Scott Brison speaks during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Oct. 16, 2018. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

OTTAWA—Scott Brison is quitting a political career he loves to spend more time with a cherished family that politics made possible.

After 22 years representing the Nova Scotia riding of Kings-Hants—initially as a Progressive Conservative MP before jumping to the Liberals in 2003—Brison told The Canadian Press it’s time for a change. He’s decided not to seek re-election this fall.