Liberal Party of Canada to choose new leader on March 9 with updated race rules

The Liberal Party of Canada will select a new leader on March 9, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's announcement of his resignation. Candidates must declare by January 23 and pay a $350,000 entry fee, significantly higher than the previous $75,000. To enhance election integrity, the party will update voter registration requirements, limiting eligibility to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or those with Indian Act status. This change addresses concerns about foreign interference in past races. Several potential candidates have emerged, including Liberal MPs and former officials. The announcement did not clarify if current cabinet ministers must resign to run for leadership. The new leader will have only two weeks before Parliament reconvenes on March 24.