Liberals to announce new leader to succeed Trudeau on March 9
The federal Liberals will announce a new leader to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on March 9. This follows Trudeau's announcement that he will resign once a successor is chosen. Candidates must declare by January 23 and pay a $350,000 entry fee. Currently, only two candidates have officially entered the race. Voting eligibility has been restricted. Voters must be registered Liberal members by January 27, at least 14 years old, and either Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or have status under the Indian Act.