Larry Maguire, Conservative MP for Brandon-Souris, not seeking re-election

Conservative MP Larry Maguire rises during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Friday, June 11, 2021. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick)

Larry Maguire, the Conservative Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, will not be running in the upcoming federal election, he announced.

In a social media post, Maguire announced he won’t be on the ballot for re-election due to health concerns.

“This decision is based on being recently informed of a concerning health condition that may prevent me from participating in some or all of the campaign and could impede my ability to give my full attention in the future,” Maguire said in a statement.

Maguire was first elected as an MP in 2013 after taking over for fellow Conservative Merv Tweed.

Prior to his time as a federal politician, Maguire spent 14 years as the MLA for Arthur-Virden and was also a farmer.

Maguire said he is proud of the work he has been able to accomplish over his time as an MP, from refurbishing the Brandon airport to the construction of the Daly Overpass in Brandon.

“I have always carefully considered the energy and effort that these responsibilities require, and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with my staff on your behalf in every corner of our great constituency.

“As I step away, I feel incredibly blessed and offer my sincere blessings to all.”

Brandon-Souris has always been a Conservative stronghold. It only flipped one time to the Liberals between 1993 and 1997.

Grant Jackson has been tapped by the Tories to run with them.

Jackson resigned Monday as the MLA for Spruce Woods in the Manitoba legislature. In a Facebook post Monday evening, he called his resignation bittersweet.

Shortly afterwards, Jackson announced he is running with the Conservative Party.

“As a strong advocate for rural Manitoba, I’m committed to putting Canada first and fighting for a better future for our families, farmers, and businesses,” Jackson wrote on social media.

The federal election is slated for April 28, 2025.

- With files from CTV’s Taylor Brock