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Rob Lantz Announces Candidacy for PEI Premier Leadership

12/12/2025

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Rob Lantz, interim premier of Prince Edward Island, announced on December 11 his candidacy for permanent leadership of the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island.
The party set a leadership convention for February 7.
Mark Ledwell joined the race and criticized Lantz's indecision.
Lantz highlighted cabinet achievements in healthcare and housing.
He said his run is driven by support from party members and Islanders urging him to stay premier.

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Rob Lantz, interim premier of Prince Edward Island, announced on December 11 his candidacy for permanent leadership of the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island.
The party set a leadership convention for February 7.
Mark Ledwell joined the race and criticized Lantz's indecision.
Lantz highlighted cabinet achievements in healthcare and housing.
He said his run is driven by support from party members and Islanders urging him to stay premier.