1948 Progressive Conservative Leadership Convention
Held in Ottawa, Ontario on October 2, 1948.
| Candidate | Delegate Support | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| George A. Drew | 827 | 66.6% | |
| John Diefenbaker | 311 | 25.0% | |
| Donald Fleming | 104 | 8.4% | |
| Total | 1,242 | 100% | |
Wilfrid Garfield Case announced his candidacy but withdrew before the convention to support Drew.
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