After nearly a decade as Canada’s leader, Justin Trudeau has resigned amid growing internal opposition within the Liberal Party. Trudeau announced his decision at a press conference outside his Ottawa residence, confirming that Parliament will be prorogued until March 24 to initiate the search for his successor. The 53-year-old former Prime Minister shared his hopes for a future where Canadians can choose their preferred candidates more fairly.
BY PC Bureau
Justin Trudeau resigned today as the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, effectively ending his nine-year tenure as the country’s Prime Minister. His decision comes amid growing opposition within his own party. Trudeau made the announcement during a press conference outside his residence at Rideau Cottage in Ottawa.
“I have informed my party and the Governor General that I will be stepping down as both the leader of the Liberal Party and as Prime Minister of Canada. I will do so as soon as my successor is chosen through a fair and competitive nationwide process,” Trudeau, 53, said.
Trudeau, who described himself as a “fighter,” acknowledged that under his leadership, Parliament had become “completely paralyzed.”
“I am proroguing Parliament until March 24 to begin the process of selecting a new leader to guide both the party and Canada through the upcoming elections later this year,” he added.
Trudeau expressed optimism about the future, stating, “The new Prime Minister and party leader will carry our values and ideals into the next election, and I look forward to seeing that process unfold.”
Reflecting on his time in office, Trudeau shared one regret: “If I have one regret… I do wish we had been able to change the way we elect our governments in this country.” He continued, “Voters should have the ability to choose their second and third preferences on the ballot, rather than sticking with a system that benefits those who seek to polarize and divide Canadians.”
