2009 Leadership Convention
| Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|
| Greg Selinger | 1,317 | 65.75 |
| Steve Ashton | 685 | 34.20 |
| Total Valid Votes | 2,002 | 100.00 |
Greg Selinger became leader and was sworn in as Premier on October 19, 2009.
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