Welcome to the
Prince Edward Island
Progressive Conservative Party

For the PEI PC Party, we truly believe that good government starts with being accountable and transparent. Our strong team of MLAs are ready to take a stand for health, education, the economy, our primary industries, and the prosperity of all Island communities. The PEI PC Party encourages you to share what matters most to your families and communities as we work hard to keep the current government accountable for all Islanders.

AYLWARD DEMANDS ANSWERS ON TOURISM PEI FINANCIAL OVERSIGHTS

Opposition Tourism Critic James Aylward demanded that Tourism Minister Robert Henderson either take responsibility or hold someone accountable for the mismanagement of $8.4 million of Island tax dollars within Tourism PEI.

Aylward highlighted that this is a huge oversight of Islanders tax dollars and someone has to be held to account. He has serious issues with the fact that Tourism PEI has handed out contracts that were untendered, that invoices were issued without the work being done and money was handed out without approval.

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GOVERNMENT CREDIT CARD EXCESS SPENDING QUESTIONED

The Opposition Caucus raised issue with Government excess in credit card spending during question period today.

Critic for Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Colin LaVie questioned Minister Ron MacKinley for charges laid on his Government credit card for the past year, in particular on meals.

"If this Government is going to ask Islanders to cut back, they must be prepared to do the same," said LaVie. "Minister McKinley spent $4200 in one year on meals alone. That is almost two months of salaries for the average Islander."

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OPPOSITION CAUCUS QUESTIONS LOFTY PRICE TAG ON 2014 CELEBRATIONS

The Opposition Caucus raised issue with the Ghiz Government's proposed $75 million plan for the 2014 Celebrations in today's sitting of the Legislature.

While the Opposition feels it is important to celebrate our Canadian and Island heritage, they feel it is most important to do so in a cost efficient manner. They believe $75 million for a party is far too much to pay given the current economic times.

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