Kevin Vuong is a Canadian politician and former Member of Parliament for the riding of Spadina—Fort York in Ontario. He was elected in the 2021 federal election at the age of 32, making him one of the youngest MPs of Asian and Vietnamese heritage in Canada’s Parliament. Before entering politics, Vuong had a diverse background as an entrepreneur, business leader, and naval reserve officer. He also gained recognition as a NATO 2030 Young Leader, reflecting his engagement in public service and international security issues.
The 2021 Election Controversy
Vuong’s path to Parliament was marked by controversy during the 2021 election campaign. Initially a Liberal Party candidate, the party revoked its endorsement shortly before election day after it emerged that he had not disclosed a withdrawn 2019 sexual assault charge during the vetting process. Although the charges were later dropped by prosecutors, Kevin Vuong MP this failure to disclose became a major issue. Vuong’s name remained on ballots as a Liberal due to timing, and he ultimately won the seat and served as an independent MP.
Independent Tenure and Political Shifts
After being elected, Vuong chose to sit as an Independent in the House of Commons. Throughout his tenure, he publicly supported a range of positions often aligned with Conservative viewpoints and expressed interest in joining the Conservative Party of Canada, including asking leader Pierre Poilievre to let him join the caucus — though this was not accepted. His parliamentary term involved debate over various national issues, including foreign interference and national policy matters.
Military Service and Military Legal Issues
In addition to his political role, Vuong served as a reservist in the Royal Canadian Navy. He faced military discipline for failing to report his 2019 charge to his commanding officer, as required, and was fined after a summary trial. This episode highlighted the intersection of his military obligations with his public profile as an MP.
Decision Not to Run Again
In 2025 Kevin Vuong announced that he would not seek re‑election, citing a desire to spend more time with his family after serving as an MP. His tenure concluded with changing political affiliations and significant public attention to the circumstances of his election and time in office.