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three debates announced

Alberta NDP has its six leadership candidates

Mar 16, 2024 | 10:28 AM

The Alberta NDP has finalized the list of candidates vying for party leadership.

Party members will vote to elect one of the six following people:

  • Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse
  • Kathleen Ganley
  • Sarah Hoffman
  • Gil McGowan
  • Naheed Nenshi
  • Rakhi Pancholi

“I extend my congratulations to all contestants for meeting the requirements for nomination. We are proud that our party has attracted so many high-quality contestants for leader,” said Freistadt. “Albertans have an opportunity to select the person who will eventually be the next premier – a premier who reflects the values that Albertans share.”

The party also announced a schedule for official leadership events:

  • Thursday, April 25th at 7 p.m. Official Leadership Debate – Lethbridge Yates Memorial Theatre
  • Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m. Official Leadership Debate – Calgary BMO Centre at Stampede Park – Hall D
  • Sunday, June 2 at 2 p.m. Official Leadership Debate – Edmonton Edmonton Convention Centre – Hall A
  • Saturday, June 22 Alberta NDP Leadership Premiere Hyatt Regency, Calgary

April 22 is the deadline to become a member of the party in order to vote for a new leader.

The party says it will release the number of eligible voters when the voter’s list is finalized in May.

The new leader will be announced June 22.