On Friday, Toronto Mayor John Tory resigned after confessing to having an affair with a staff member.
Tory was elected mayor of Canada’s financial capital for a third term in October, winning over voters with his solid fiscal credentials at a time of mounting economic instability.
“I recognize that permitting this relationship to develop was a serious error in judgement on my part,” Tory said.
“I’m deeply sorry, and I apologize unreservedly to the people of Toronto and all those hurt by my actions.”
“Most of all I apologize to my wife Barb and my family, who I’ve let down, more than anyone else.”
The relationship ended by “mutual consent” earlier this year. The employee, Tory said, left the city “some time ago” and now works elsewhere.
“As a result, I’ve decided that I will step down as mayor so that I can take the time to reflect on my mistakes and to do the work to rebuild the trust of my family,” said Tory.
