Guthrie, the MLA for Airdrie-Cochrane, added he will return to caucus as a private member
Pete Guthrie, Alberta's Infrastructure Minister, resigned from cabinet due to concerns over government procurement practices. He had previously highlighted inconsistencies in procurement and suggested a financial oversight committee to review major contracts. Guthrie informed the auditor general about a procurement deal he was unaware of until media inquiries. He was among ministers who accepted tickets to Edmonton Oilers games from a company linked to a controversial procurement deal. Guthrie has called for the removal of Health Minister Adriana LaGrange pending procurement investigation results. His resignation follows broader scrutiny, including a lawsuit by the former AHS CEO alleging wrongful dismissal after investigating procurement issues. Guthrie claimed no involvement in the procurement decisions and trusted AHS's direction. Opposition leaders have criticized the government, with one advocating for the Premier's temporary absence during the investigation, labeling it Alberta's worst corruption scandal.
