Government should honour the vote on amalgamation: Aylward
Government should respect the wishes of Islanders living in the proposed Three Rivers area and honour their vote against proceeding with amalgamation, says Opposition Leader James Aylward.
Read moreHome care needs support of front-line staff to succeed: Aylward - PEIPC
Stratford – Improving home care services is an important goal and recently announced funding for home care raises questions about what the future of that service could look like because frontline staff weren’t fully engaged, says Opposition Leader James Aylward.
Read moreYouth deserve to be heard in decision making: Aylward - PEIPC
Progressive Conservative Leader James Aylward today released a discussion paper to provoke dialogue on improving programs and services for Island youth.
PEI should lead the way in democratic engagement: Aylward - PEIPC
New technology could revolutionize democratic accessibility, engagement and participation and should be looked at being incorporated into future democratic exercises such as elections and plebiscites, says Opposition Leader James Aylward.
Read moreGovernment should proclaim PTSD legislation for workers: Fox - PEIPC
Legislation that was passed this fall to provide support through the Workers Compensation Board for workers suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) should be proclaimed by government so those in need can access support, says Borden-Kinkora MLA and Opposition Justice and Public Safety Critic Jamie Fox.
Read moreUrgent mental health needs require more resources: Aylward - PEIPC
Proceeds generated by cannabis legalization should be specifically earmarked to support important public services like mental health, says Opposition Leader James Aylward.
Read moreGrandparents clawback needs swift resolution: Aylward - PEIPC
Confusion over tax implications of financial support for grandparents serving as primary caregivers needs to be swiftly resolved by the provincial government, says Opposition Leader James Aylward.
Read moreCommitment to Island students should be fulfilled: Opposition - PEIPC
Island Students who completed volunteer hours to help finance their post-secondary education through the Community Service Bursary aren’t receiving what they were promised and that promise should be fulfilled, says PEI’s Official Opposition.
Read moreUpdate from Inside the Rail. - PEIPC
Today concludes another productive week in the Legislative Assembly.
Read moreFOOD WASTE PRIVATE MEMBERS BILL TABLED - PEIPC
CHARLOTTETOWN— Reducing food waste on Canada’s Food Island is the intent behind a new private member’s bill being proposed by Georgetown-St. Peter’s MLA Steven Myers.
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