Canada's Liberal Party to select new prime minister on March 9 after Trudeau's resignation

Canada's Liberal Party will choose a new prime minister on March 9 following Justin Trudeau's resignation. He will remain in office until a new leader is selected. Mark Carney and Chrystia Freeland are the leading candidates. Trudeau's resignation comes amid declining support for his government, with recent polls showing the Liberals trailing the Conservatives. The party faces a no-confidence vote from opposition parties when Parliament resumes on March 24. The Liberal Party has set a $350,000 fee for leadership candidates, who must declare by January 23. The party aims to ensure a fair voting process while addressing concerns about foreign interference in local elections.