Time for Common Sense COVID Measures
In the view of the Liberal caucus, three Covid-mitigation measures should be strongly considered by government: 1) Reintroduction of...
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Liberal Caucus
- Aug 26
Government Needs to Address Inadequate Back to School “Plan”
As we enter what is hopefully the final stretch of the pandemic, government must ensure precautions remain in place and we don’t let...
Liberal Caucus
- Aug 4
Islanders Await Answers While Wait Times Increase
The crisis in Island health care continues to worsen with wait times for the Emergency Room skyrocketing at the provinces largest...
Liberal Caucus
- Jul 6
A Lack of Attention and Planning is Now Resulting in a Crisis
The relentless increase in the number of Islanders on the patient registry should be setting off alarm bells in government, says...
Liberal Caucus
- Jun 15
Liberal Caucus
- Apr 14
Prince Edward Island Environment Bond
Over its long and distinguished history, Islanders have always shown a willingness to work together for the common good. Our response to...
Liberal Caucus
- Apr 14
MacDonald Requests Interest Rate Reduction – “People Before Profits”
Large interest charges on overdue property tax bills should be reduced immediately, says Liberal Finance Critic Heath MacDonald. “Many...
Liberal Caucus
- Mar 12
Budget Response 2021
Mr. Speaker, we all know that COVID has been the dominating concern facing Islanders, Canadians and the world for the last year. And I...
Liberal Caucus
- Mar 2
Statement by the Leader of the Third Party
As of right now, there are thousands of Islanders at work. Each and every one of those Islanders is helping our province – by keeping the...
Liberal Caucus
- Feb 25
Conservative Throne Speech A “Little Light” Considering the Gravity of the Times
The lack of long-term vision from the Speech from the Throne is surprising says Liberal Leader Sonny Gallant. “Given the circumstances...
Liberal Caucus
- Feb 1
Statement - Black History Month 2021
Today marks the beginning of Black History in Canada and this year’s theme is: the Future is Now. I encourage you to reflect on the many...
Liberal Caucus
- Jan 8
Addressing Impaired Driving on PEI Will Require All of Us
Over the last, long months, all Islanders have learned the pressing need to work together in ways that promote safety and public health....
Liberal Caucus
- Dec 14, 2020
Liberal Housing Critic Calls for Action After Unexpected Closure
The sudden closure of Deacon House comes as a complete shock to Liberal Housing critic Gordon McNeilly. “This is incomprehensible. It’s...
Liberal Caucus
- Dec 10, 2020
Interest Rates on Late Property Taxes Are Too High
As 2020 comes to a close, many Islanders are worried about upcoming property tax bills, says Liberal Finance Critic Heath MacDonald. “As...
Liberal Caucus
- Nov 6, 2020
Real Relief Needed for Tourism Operators
As we all endure the impacts of the current crisis, it is crucial for the provincial government to help tourism businesses survive, says...
Liberal Caucus
- Oct 27, 2020
Missing: Government Accountability and Transparency
A delay in the release of the province’s 2019-20 Public Accounts is a matter of grave public concern, says Liberal Finance Critic Heath...
Liberal Caucus
- Oct 8, 2020
Massive Federal Support Allows Provincial Flexibility in Mental Health and Addictions
Over the last several months, the federal contribution to the economic and social well-being of Prince Edward Island has been remarkable,...
Liberal Caucus
- Sep 25, 2020
Liberal Caucus
- Sep 11, 2020
Marked Fuel Extension a Disappointment for Island Farmers
The marked fuel extension promised to Island farmers has come up short, says Liberal Agriculture critic Robert Henderson. “To me, the...
Liberal Caucus
- Sep 3, 2020
Reinvest in Mental Health and Addictions
Over the past several months, the Covid-19 pandemic has exposed serious gaps in many of the ways we respond to Islanders in crisis. In...