Allan Campbell (Canadian politician)
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Allan V. Campbell (born 21 May 1969)[1] is a Canadian politician, who was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island in the 2007 provincial election.[2] He represented the electoral district of Souris-Elmira as a member of the Liberal Party.
Allan V. Campbell | |
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Member of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island for Souris-Elmira | |
In office June 12, 2007 ā October 18, 2011 | |
Preceded by | Andy Mooney |
Succeeded by | Colin LaVie |
Personal details | |
Born | (1969-05-21) May 21, 1969 (age 55) Souris, Prince Edward Island |
Political party | Liberal |
Occupation | fisherman |
He served in the Executive Council of Prince Edward Island as Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture,[3] and Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning.[4]
He was defeated in the 2011 provincial election by Colin LaVie and upon his defeat was appointed as Chief of Staff to the Premier of Prince Edward Island.[5][6]
After completing his Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of Prince Edward Island, he purchased a fishing operation. He had a 15-year career in the fishery, and retired when he was appointed as Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture.[7]