Recently resigned Liberal MP runs for city council in Scarborough North

Recently resigned Liberal MP Shaun Chen is throwing his hat in for a Toronto city council position.

Chen confirmed to CBC News Wednesday that he is running in the upcoming municipal election for Ward 23's council seat, which is the same community he represented as a federal MP.

The former Scarborough North MP resigned from federal office just a few days ago on Aug. 15, citing lingering health effects from a car accident last year.

In a statement shared on social media platform X last week, Chen said his injuries from the accident prevented him from travelling to Ottawa as often as the job required.

"After discussing the situation with my family, I have decided that it is best for me to step down as a member of Parliament," Chen said in the statement.

Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement following Chen's notice of resignation, thanking him for his work and wishing him the best in the future.

"I know you'll keep making a difference for years to come," Carney posted on X.

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Before working as an MP, Chen served as the chair of the Toronto District School Board.

Following his notice of resignation, news spread online of Chen allegedly breaking House rules by voting on legislation while on a trip in China earlier this year.

Chen said he had indeed travelled to China, but that he had returned in time for the House of Commons sitting on March 23 after the spring recess.