Minister Randy Boissonnault Resigns Amid Allegations

Alberta MP Randy Boissonnault has resigned from his cabinet position amid allegations concerning his business practices and claims about his Indigenous ancestry. Boissonnault's former company, Global Health Imports, has been implicated in falsely claiming Indigenous ownership for federal contracts, with Boissonnault blaming his business partner for these assertions. The controversy has led to calls for his resignation from multiple Indigenous leaders and political opponents, even as Boissonnault and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have defended his past actions and heritage claims. Trudeau maintains confidence in Boissonnault, emphasizing his continued role in employment and workforce development. In the interim, Veterans Affairs Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor will handle Boissonnault's responsibilities. The situation highlights broader challenges in the federal policy for Indigenous business procurement.