Charlottetown (electoral district)

Charlottetown is the name of a federal electoral district in Prince Edward Island, Canada. Its population is 32,245. (2001) Formed in 2003 previously 96.4% of it was in the riding of Hillsborough.

Demographics

Ethnic Groups: 97.2% White
Languages: 94.8% English, 2.1% French, 2.5% Other
Religions: 47.7% Catholic, 39.5% Protestant, 2.5% Other Christian, 8.3% No Affiliation
Average Income: $26,205

Geography

The district includes the entire City of Charlottetown. The area is 46 sq. km.

History

The electoral district was created in 2003 Mostly form Hillsbourough, but with 3.6% from Malpeque. Before that the riding of Hillsborough was held by Liberal George Proud from 1988 until 2000.

Members

1. Shawn Murphy, Liberal (2004-present)