Jim Larkin (Canadian politician)

Alexander James Larkin (September 13, 1946 – October 15, 2023) was a Canadian politician and businessman. He represented 6th Queens in the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1979 to 1982 as a Progressive Conservative.^[1]

Jim Larkin
MLA (Councillor) for 6th Queens
In office 1979–1982
Preceded by	John H. Maloney
Succeeded by	Paul Connolly
Personal details
Born	Alexander James Larkin (1946-09-13)September 13, 1946 St. Peters Bay, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Died	October 15, 2023(2023-10-15) (aged 77) Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Political party	Progressive Conservative
Residence(s)	Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Life and career

Alexander James Larkin was born on September 13, 1946 in St. Peters Bay, Prince Edward Island.^[1] He married Helen Elizabeth MacDonald in 1971.^[1] Larkin graduated from the University of Prince Edward Island with a Bachelor of Science degree.^[1] Prior to entering politics, Larkin was the coordinator of the Prince Edward Island Federation of Municipalities. He also worked as the general manager of the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island and served on the executive of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada.^[1]

Larkin first attempted to enter provincial politics in the 1978 election, but was defeated by Liberal incumbent John H. Maloney.^[2] He ran again in 1979, and was elected councillor for the electoral district of 6th Queens.^[3] Larkin was defeated when he ran for re-election in 1982, losing to Liberal Paul Connolly by 28 votes.^[4]

Jim Larkin died from complications from Lewy body dementia on October 15, 2023, at the age of 77.^[5][6]