Mr. Speaker, recently, ACOA advertised the position of vice-president for the province of P.E.I.
It has become common knowledge that a political operative and employee of the Conservative premier may be handed the $135,000 job. In fact, it would appear the job description was tailored to ensure he gets it, including making the position only English essential, not bilingual, even though other positions reporting to the VP require bilingualism.
This is not supposed to be a political appointment. It is a public service position.
Will the Prime Minister ensure his part time ACOA minister will not interfere with the hiring process?