Greg Fergus

CBC reports Conservatives introduced a motion to declare Fergus in contempt of Parliament

CBC said Conservative MPs moved to oust Fergus as Speaker over partisan language in a constituency event advertisement. If approved, the motion would have declared Fergus in contempt and left the Speaker’s chair vacant.

CBC says Conservatives escalated criticism over a Liberal ad tied to Fergus

CBC reported that Conservatives sent supporters an email accusing Fergus of disregarding the non-partisan nature of his office. The controversy centered on a Liberal Party ad promoting an event with partisan language, which the Liberal Party later apologized for and removed.

Local coverage says Fergus survived another Tory attempt to force resignation

The St. Albert Gazette reported that Fergus survived a House vote to remove him, with the motion failing 168–142. The report said the NDP sided with the Liberals and noted the dispute stemmed from a Liberal website video promoting a summer barbecue event featuring Fergus.

The Globe and Mail reports Fergus was prepared to resign over partisan video backlash

The Globe and Mail reported that Fergus said he was prepared to resign if MPs decided he should, after controversy over a congratulatory video for an Ontario Liberal figure. The report also said House committee members were reviewing whether his appearance in the video warranted consequences.

CBC reports Conservatives demanded Fergus resign over a planned partisan event

CBC reported that Conservative MP Chris Warkentin sent Fergus a letter criticizing an event ad that attacked Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and promoted a Liberal policy agenda. The ad was removed from the Liberal Party website after Conservatives circulated screenshots to the media.

CBC says Greg Fergus apologized for a controversial video and pledged to rebuild trust

CBC reported that Fergus described filming a video for the Ontario Liberal convention as a serious mistake and said he was deeply sorry. The incident led to criticism because he appeared in his Speaker’s robes and office, raising concerns about impartiality.

Most MPs on a House committee recommended discipline short of removal for Fergus

CBC reported that most members of the House committee reviewing Fergus’s controversial video appearance favored disciplinary action that would not remove him as Speaker. The article described the committee’s recommendation as a compromise response to the allegations.

Greg Fergus was elected Speaker of the House of Commons

BBC reported that Liberal MP Greg Fergus was elected Speaker of the House of Commons, becoming the first Black man to hold the role. The report noted that he was chosen by secret ballot after the previous Speaker resigned.

Conservatives and Bloc Québécois called for Fergus to step down after a video message controversy

RCI reported that Conservative and Bloc Québécois members called on Speaker Greg Fergus to resign after he appeared in a video message shown at the Ontario Liberal leadership convention. The coverage framed the issue as a dispute over partisan conduct and the expectations of Speaker neutrality.

Parliamentary committee probing Fergus’s video appearance as Speaker says he may step down if asked

The Globe and Mail reported that Greg Fergus told MPs he was prepared to resign as Speaker if a committee recommended it after scrutiny of his appearance in a congratulatory video for an Ontario Liberal leader. Fergus said he wanted to repair trust in the House, but acknowledged he would leave if Parliament concluded the problem could not be remedied.

Committee pressure grows after Fergus’s partisan invite controversy

CTV News reported that MPs were advancing efforts to force a vote on whether to remove Fergus as Speaker after allegations that a partisan event invite required urgent attention. The coverage focused on procedural fallout and the political challenge to Fergus’s neutrality.

Fergus faced committee questioning over his participation in a partisan provincial event video

CBC reported that MPs questioned Fergus about his appearance in a video tied to the Ontario Liberal leadership convention. Fergus said he had 'messed up,' while the committee examined whether the conduct was inappropriate for the House Speaker.

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Speaker Greg Fergus survives Conservative motion to oust him as House Speaker

MPs voted to retain Greg Fergus as Speaker of the House after a Conservative motion sought to remove him due to partisan language in an event ad, with Liberals and NDP expected to oppose the motion.

Speaker Greg Fergus Hit with New Allegations of Partisan Activity

A House committee report recommends Fergus be given a chance to redeem himself following a video controversy, while Bloc and Conservative members demand his resignation [3]. The controversy stems from alleged partisan activity linked to a recent event advertisement [3].

Conservatives Call for Speaker Greg Fergus to Resign Over Event Ad

The Liberal Party apologized to Fergus after partisan language appeared in an ad for an event in his riding, prompting Conservatives and Bloc Québé�ıs to call for his resignation [5]. Critics argue the ad's inflammatory language breaches the Speaker's neutrality as arbiter of House proceedings [5].

Larry Brock MP Posts: 'Fergus Must Resign' on Facebook

Conservative MP Larry Brock posted on Facebook that Fergus is unfit for the Speaker's office after Fergus docked questions from Pierre Poilievre over unwithdrawn comments [9]. The post reflects ongoing Conservative frustration with Fergus's handling of parliamentary proceedings [9].

MPs Vote to Retain Speaker Fergus Following Conservative Contempt Motion

Greg Fergus stayed on as Speaker after MPs voted against a Conservative motion to remove him, which cited partisan language in an event advertisement [2]. The Liberals and NDP opposed the motion, while the House debated the issue extensively on Monday and Tuesday [2].

House Speaker Fergus Survives Latest Conservative Ouster Effort

The Conservative effort to remove Fergus failed by a vote of 142-168 after the NDP sided with the Liberals, who accused Conservatives of undermining democracy [4]. Both parties defended Fergus's role as an independent arbiter in the House of Commons [4].

Greg Fergus survives second contempt motion as Speaker.

A second attempt to remove Greg Fergus from the role of Speaker was unsuccessful, marking another challenge in his tenure. The ruling affirmed his continued position despite ongoing criticism.