2022 Saskatchewan New Democratic Party leadership election

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2022 Saskatchewan New Democratic Party leadership election
Saskatchewan NDP Logo (colour).svg
DateJune 26, 2022 [1]
Convention Regina, Saskatchewan
Resigning leader Ryan Meili
Won by Carla Beck
Candidates2
Entrance Fee$4,000 [2]
Spending limit$200,000 [2]
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An election for the leadership of the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party was held on June 26, 2022 in Regina, Saskatchewan as a result of the resignation of Ryan Meili. Carla Beck was chosen the party's first elected female leader. [3]

Contents

Rules

All Saskatchewan New Democratic Party members in good standing were eligible to vote online, by mail-in ballot, or in person at the convention. [2]

Timeline

Candidates

Carla Beck

Background

Carla Beck is the MLA for Regina Lakeview (2016–present).

Candidacy announced: March 3, 2022 [5]
Campaign website: carlaforleader.ca
Endorsements of Carla Beck
Current MLAs: (6)
Former MLAs: (10)
Other Prominent Individuals: (1)
Organizations: (2)

Kaitlyn Harvey

Background

Kaitlyn Harvey was the NDP candidate for Saskatoon Willowgrove in 2020. She had sought the nomination in Saskatoon Meewasin, the seat of outgoing leader Meili, but revoked her candidacy in July 2022. [18] [19]

Candidacy announced: April 5, 2022 [6]
Campaign website: https://www.changestartshere.ca
Endorsements of Kaitlyn Harvey
Current MLAs: (1)
Former MLAs: (1)
Other Prominent Individuals: (1)
  • Nettie Wiebe (Professor, 2001 Saskatchewan NDP leadership candidate, and 2004, 2006, 2008, and 2011 federal NDP candidate) [21]

Declined

Results

Turnout: 65% [27]

See also

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  2. 1 2 3 4 "Sask. NDP to hold leadership vote in late June, cap campaign expenses at $200K". CBC News. February 28, 2022. Retrieved February 28, 2022.
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  4. ↑ "Sask. NDP Leader Ryan Meili stepping down, will remain as leader until party chooses a successor". CBC News. February 18, 2022. Retrieved February 28, 2022.
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