Canadian Politics
Liberals win Canadian election but fall short of majority under Mark Carney
The 2025 Canadian federal election, held on April 28, 2025, resulted in a Liberal minority government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Justin Trudeau steps down after nearly a decade as Canada’s PM
Justin Trudeau officially resigned as Canada’s Prime Minister on March 14, 2025, ending nearly ten years in power. He was succeeded by former central banker Mark Carney, who was elected leader of the Liberal Party following a nationwide leadership contest. Mounting pressure and internal divisions Trudeau first announced his intention to step down on January 6, 2025, citing internal party divisions and the need to give Canadians a “real choice” in the upcoming federal election. He requested the Governor General to prorogue Parliament until March 24, effectively pausing legislative activity to allow the Liberal Party time to select a new leader. His...