Bas Balkissoon
Liberal backbencher Bas Balkissoon has abruptly resigned his Scarborough seat in the Legislature without explanation. Premier Wynne’s office announced Balkissoon‘s decision also without reason. A statement said there will be no further comment other than to thank Mr. Balkisson for his public service. He was first elected to the Legislature in 2005 and served as parliamentary assistant to several ministers but was never promoted to the Liberal cabinet. The 63-year-old MPP was born in Trinidad and Tobago. He served as a Toronto city councillor before his election to the riding of Scarborough-Rouge River. The government has six months to call a byelection to replace Balkissoon.
