Mark Ledwell announces bid for P.E.I. Progressive Conservative leadership
P.E.I. lawyer says province needs an 'experienced leader' in uncertain times
Lawyer Mark Ledwell says he's running for the leadership of the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island.
He made the announcement in a message online, saying P.E.I. needs leadership to "match the moment."
"The imposition of tariffs by President Trump continues to cause painful economic uncertainty for Islanders and Canadians," Ledwell said.
"Our nation faces economic and security crises. Islanders are feeling painful uncertainty. We need an experienced leader to assemble a vibrant team and deliver a new prosperity agenda for our province."
Ledwell, who is from Charlottetown, has done legal work both on P.E.I. and around the world.
He said he brings more than 35 years of experience advising on complex issues related to infrastructure, energy, agri-food and finance.
The PC leadership position became open in February after Dennis King resigned as premier, party leader and MLA for Brackley-Hunter River.
About a week later, Progressive Conservative MLA Cory Deagle announced he would step down from his cabinet role as minister of economic development, innovation and trade and become the first candidate to run for the party leadership.
The date for the PC leadership convention has not yet been set.