[1][2] St. John's lawyer Ches Crosbie defeated former Health Authority CEO Tony Wakeham to become the new leader.
For the purposes of the leadership selection process occurring between 2016 and 2018 the election period began on October 11, 2016.
The election was conducted by mail-in balloting with all party members (as of January 30, 2018) eligible to vote.
district associations of 100 individuals, representing 51% of electoral districts, who are registered Members or registered Supporters of the Party; e. provide a non-refundable registration fee in the form of a certified cheque in the amount of $10,000.00 payable to the Progressive Conservative Party of Newfoundland and Labrador; f. plus a $10,000.00 deposit, in the form of a certified cheque, the amount will be refunded, less any imposed penalties or deductions as per Rules 122, 123 and 186(c).
Crosbie states his platform will focus on three issues: rebuilding the economy, restoring confidence in government and revitalizing the PC Party.
Wakeham, lives in Kippens, and also has deep roots in the sport of basketball, both as a player and coach at the provincial and federal levels.