Nova Scotia MP Chris d’Entremont crossed the floor on Tuesday to join the ranks of the Liberal Party, saying he felt disconnected from the Conservative party’s direction.

Instead, describing himself as a “Red Tory,” d’Entremont said he was drawn to priorities set out in the 2025 federal budget , such as infrastructure, fisheries, agriculture, and defense, all of which are integral to voters in his rural riding of Acadie-Annapolis in southwest Nova Scotia.

His riding includes a Canadian Armed Forces base that stands to benefit from increased military spending outlined in the Liberal government’s 2025 budget.

Meanwhile, the lobster industry is a fundamental part of the economy there. The industry faces significant challenges that dominate voter concerns. d’Entremont expressed belief i

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