Winner | Frank McKenna |
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Resigning leader | Doug Young |
Convention | Moncton |
Date | May 4, 1985 |
Ballots | 1 |
Candidates | 2 |
The New Brunswick Liberal Association held a leadership election in 1985 to replace former leader Doug Young, the elected leader would face four-term premier Richard Hatfield in an election expected in 1986. Frank McKenna defeated legislative veteran Ray Frenette, who had served as the party's interim leader until early 1985.