Todd Smith Steps Down After 13 Years of Service, Doug Ford Praises His Legacy
Bay of Quinte — Todd Smith, the long-serving Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Bay of Quinte, has announced his resignation from politics after 13 years of service. His departure marks the end of a notable career in public service, particularly in the realm of energy policy.
Smith’s resignation was shared via social media, where he reflected on his time in office. “The last 13 years serving the people of Bay of Quinte and Prince-Edward-Hastings have been the honour of a lifetime,” he wrote.
From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank Todd for his many years of service to our government, our province and our party. He leaves politics with a record that he can be incredibly proud of, including and especially fixing the previous government’s energy policies and… https://t.co/Y313c2O9CX
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) August 16, 2024
Ontario Premier Doug Ford also took to social media to commend Smith’s contributions to the province. “From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank Todd for his many years of service to our government, our province, and our party,” Ford tweeted. He specifically highlighted Smith’s work in addressing Ontario’s energy policies and reducing electricity prices, noting that Smith “leaves politics with a record that he can be incredibly proud of.”
During his tenure, Smith was a key figure in the Progressive Conservative Party and played a significant role in the government’s efforts to overhaul the energy sector, focusing on making electricity more affordable for Ontarians.
Smith’s resignation comes at a time of transition within Ontario’s political landscape, as the Progressive Conservative Party prepares for the search for his successor. While Smith has not disclosed his future plans, his contributions to Ontario’s energy policies are expected to have a lasting impact.
As the province looks ahead, Smith’s departure will undoubtedly shape the political discourse in the lead-up to the next election cycle.
GTA Today will continue to provide updates on the developments following Todd Smith’s resignation and the implications for the Bay of Quinte region.
