Leona Alleslev Officially Enters Conservative Leadership Race

Leona Alleslev rises during Question Period in the House of Commons, March 9, 2020 in Ottawa. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

Former Conservative deputy leader Leona Alleslev has officially announced she’s running for leadership of the party.

Alleslev, who lost her Greater Toronto Area seat in last year’s federal election, unveiled her plans today at a Parliament Hill news conference.