2022 Nova Scotia New Democratic Party leadership election explained
| Election Name: | 2022 Nova Scotia New Democratic leadership election |
| Country: | Nova Scotia |
| Type: | presidential |
| Ongoing: | no |
| Previous Election: | 2016 Nova Scotia New Democratic Party leadership election |
| Previous Year: | 2016 |
| Needed Votes: | --> |
| Election Date: | June 25, 2022 |
| 1Blank: | Riding |
| 2Blank: | First Ballot |
| Leader |
| Before Election: | Gary Burrill |
| After Election: | Claudia Chender |
| Image1 Size: | 170x170px |
| Colour1: | F4A460 |
| Candidate1: | Claudia Chender |
| 1Data1: | Dartmouth South |
| 2Data1: | Majority Vote |
| Party: | Nova Scotia New Democratic Party |
| Year: | 2022 |
| Date: | June 25, 2022 |
| Location: | Dartmouth DoubleTree Hotel |
| Replaces: | Gary Burrill |
| Winner: | Claudia Chender |
| Ballots: | 1 |
| Numcands: | 1 |
| Entryfee: | $10,000[1] |
| Spendcap: | $60,000[2] |
The 2022 Nova Scotia New Democratic Party leadership election took place on June 25, 2022[3] to elect a leader to replace Gary Burrill, who announced his intention to resign on November 9, 2021[4] after leading the party since 2016 and following the party's defeat in the 2021 Nova Scotia general election.
As the only candidate in the race by the May 21, 2022 deadline, Dartmouth South MLA Claudia Chender was expected to be chosen as leader.[5] At the party convention in Dartmouth on June 25, 2022, Chender was approved by party members and elected as leader.[6]
Background
Gary Burrill announced that he would resign as leader on November 9, 2021, following the party's defeat in the 2021 general election. Burrill remained as acting leader of the Nova Scotia New Democratic Party until his successor was chosen.
Timeline
2021
- November 9 – Gary Burrill announces his resignation as leader of the Nova Scotia New Democratic Party.
2022
- January 29 – The party unveils the base set of rules for the election.
- February 14 – Claudia Chender declares her candidacy[7]
- May 21 – Deadline for candidates to submit nomination.
- May 30 – Last day to become an eligible party member.
- June 25 – Leadership convention is held in Dartmouth.
Candidates
Claudia Chender
Claudia Chender is the MLA for Dartmouth South, having served since 2017. Prior to announcing her candidacy, Chender served as NDP House Leader and Caucus Spokesperson for Economic Development, Justice, Status of Women, Natural Resources & Renewables, and Fisheries & Aquaculture.[8] Chender is also a lawyer and has worked in both the not-for-profit and private sectors.
Candidacy announced: February 14, 2022
Campaign website:
Declined
Notes and References
- News: Vernon. Ramesar. Nova Scotia NDP to choose new party leader in June. January 30, 2022. CBC Nova Scotia. January 30, 2022.
- Web site: Nova Scotia New Democratic Party Leadership Rules With Forms for Prospective Leadership Candidates. . 22 February 2022 . nsndp.ca . . 22 February 2022.
- News: Maria. Tobin. Nova Scotia's NDP Leadership 2022 rules approved, vote scheduled for June. January 29, 2022. CTV News Atlantic. January 29, 2022.
- News: Jon . Tattrie . Gary Burrill stepping down as NDP leader in Nova Scotia. January 19, 2022. CBC Nova Scotia. November 9, 2021.
- News: Vernon. Ramesar. Claudia Chender unopposed in run for Nova Scotia NDP leadership. June 2, 2022. CBC Nova Scotia. May 21, 2022.
- News: Michael. Gorman. Claudia Chender officially at helm of Nova Scotia NDP. June 28, 2022. CBC Nova Scotia. June 25, 2022.
- News: . 14 February 2022 . Chender announces bid to lead Nova Scotia NDP with 2 key endorsements . CBC Nova Scotia . 14 February 2022.
- Web site: NS NDP Caucus . . 14 February 2022 . NSNDP . . 14 February 2022.
- News: David. Jala. Cape Breton MLA has no interest in NDP leadership. January 19, 2022. Saltwire. November 12, 2021.
- 1485706198238339078. MichaelTGorman. .@DartmouthSue says that after much consideration, she will NOT seek the @NSNDP leadership. She says she's pleased with that decision and is hoping @ChenderClaudia moves forward with a bid. Leblanc says she'll back her caucus colleague if that's what happens. #NSpoli. 24 January 2022. Gorman, Michael. 24 January 2022.
