Tag #J.d. Irving

How does LeBlanc's relationship with the Irvings, and the potential conflict of interest, affect public perception of the Liberal government and its ethical standards?

LeBlanc's overnight stay underscores the ongoing ethical concerns surrounding his ties to the Irvings, a powerful New Brunswick family with extensive government contracts, including billions for shipbuilding. The ethics screen, while intended to prevent conflicts of interest, does not appear to encompass social events, raising questions about its effectiveness. LeBlanc's previous ethical violations, including the awarding of a clam license to a family-connected business, compound these concerns.