The 1958 Canadian federal election was held to elect members of the House of Commons of Canada of the 24th Parliament of Canada on March 31, 1958, just nine months after the 23rd election. It transfor
John G. Diefenbaker
Lester B. Pearson portrait 1958
Major James Coldwell
24th Canadian Parliament
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The 24th Canadian Parliament was in session from May 12, 1958, until April 19, 1962. The membership was set by the 1958 federal election on March 31, 1958, and it changed only somewhat due to resignat
John Diefenbaker was Prime Minister during the 24th Canadian Parliament.
Prime Minister Diefenbaker addressing the House of Commons in January, 1959.
Queen Elizabeth II official portrait for 1959 tour
Governor General Vincent Massey