16th December 2024: Housing Minister Sean Fraser has announced he will not run in the next federal election, citing family reasons. His decision comes ahead of an expected cabinet shuffle this week, in which he is set to exit Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet.
Fraser, a prominent figure within the Liberal Party, made the announcement at a press conference in Ottawa earlier today. He joins a growing list of ministers stepping down from their positions as they prepare for the upcoming election, which will mark the end of their political careers.
Despite his departure from cabinet, Fraser has stated he plans to remain involved in politics, though his future role remains unclear. He emphasized that his announcement is not related to a transition to another political post.
The decision marks the end of a significant political journey for Fraser, who has been a key player in the government’s handling of immigration and housing policies. As the MP for Central Nova since 2015, Fraser quickly rose through the ranks and held several key roles, including that of immigration minister. Under his leadership, the government raised immigration targets and expanded the temporary foreign worker program, though those policies later came under scrutiny due to concerns over housing affordability and pressure on public services.
In 2023, Fraser was appointed to tackle Canada’s national housing crisis, a challenge that has become a major issue for the government amid rising costs and a shortage of affordable housing.
Fraser’s resignation comes as rumours circulate about a cabinet shuffle, with several ministers, including Filomena Tassi, Dan Vandal, Carla Qualtrough, and Marie-Claude Bibeau, also stepping down and announcing they won’t seek re-election. Prime Minister Trudeau is expected to lead a cabinet meeting on Monday, where these changes are likely to be discussed.
As Fraser steps away from the political spotlight, his contributions to Canadian politics, particularly in immigration and housing, will be remembered as he continues to navigate his future in public life.
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