The NDP MP for Algoma-Manitoulin Kapuskasing is filing an objection with the Riding Redistribution Commission on its final report that calls for the elimination of her seat in the north.
Carol Hughes says MPs have until this Sunday to make a submission and expects support from both sides of the House of Commons.
She adds that losing a seat wasn’t on the table.
“Basically what they have been saying for the last two redistributions is that Northern Ontario should actually lose two seats,” she said. “They’ve chosen to remove only one at this point. We have to be mindful of what may come in the future.”
Hughes says these changes will impact the voices of Northern Ontario
It impacts the voices of indigenous people because there will be less representation and francophones as well,” she said. It’s all about serviceability. Let’s not forget about that. It’s about making sure we can have offices throughout the north.”
