Mixed Reaction To Removal Of Grand Manan Ferry Tolls

With Premier David Alward recently reiterating his campaign promise to remove the tolls off the Grand Manan Ferry, it's a mixed response coming from some prominent members of the island communities.

Mayor of Blacks Harbour Terry James says she's in support of the removal of the tolls as it will increase the number of visitors to the community.

But Liberal MLA for Charlotte-The Isles Rick Doucet says it may not be the best move as it will cost the province 1.5 million dollars a year to support the ferry.  He wonders how the Alward government will pay for the costs.

Premier Alward says the tolls will not come off this year but plans to remove them during his mandate.