Who May Replace Justin Trudeau as Canada PM? Check List of Potential Candidates

Ottawa: Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada announced his resignation on Monday, amid mounting pressure from his own political party and also the Opposition. Justin Trudeau resigns, who may replace him as the Canadian Prime Minister? Take a look at the list of potential candidates…

Justin Trudeau Resigns As Canada PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has resigned as Liberal Party Leader. Sources informed the Globe and Mail that it remains unclear whether he will step down immediately or remain as prime minister until a new leader is chosen.

Who May Replace Trudeau as Canada PM? List of Potential Candidates

Amid the confirmation regarding Justin Trudeau's resignation and/or who may replace him as Canadian Prime Minister, here is a list of candidates that may take Trudeau's position.

Chrystia Freeland

Former Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, Chrystia Freeland was a key ally of Justin Trudeau but she resigned recently, further escalating Trudeau's tensions and political turmoil in Canada. All eyes are on Chrystia Freeland who is a big figure in Canadian Politics, as a potential candidate for Canadian PM. Indian-origin MP in Canada Chandra Arya had also hailed Chrystia Freeland as Trudeau's successor, in his letter to him. 

The MP openly praised the ‘political acumen' of Chrystia Freeland who had resigned from the post of Finance Minister and batted for her to replace Trudeau and lead the nation. He said, “Chrystia Freeland's resignation marked a pivotal shift. While I was disappointed by the timing of her announcement, I must acknowledge her exceptional political acumen. Whether by design or circumstance, she has emerged as a credible and stable alternative to your leadership."

Dominic LeBlanc

A Cabinet Minister of the Liberal Party and someone who is very close to Trudeau, Dominic LeBlanc is a Canadian lawyer and politician who is currently serving as Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs. Dominic LeBlanc gained prominence after he replaced Chrystia Freeland following her sudden resignation. He is a seasoned politician who has held several cabinet positions in the past decade.

Mark Carney

Another name that is part of the list of potential candidates who may replace Justin Trudeau as the Canadian Prime Minister, is the former Governor of Bank of Canada and Bank of England, Mark Carney. Mark Carney has expressed his desire to enter politics and has been in close contact with MPs of the Liberal Party, seeking their advice to run for the country's leadership.

Pierre Poilievre

A Canadian politician who has been the leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and the official opposition since 2022 and a member of Parliament since 2004 representing Carleton, is another key candidate to replace Trudeau as Prime Minister. The Conservative leader has often spoken at length, about his vision for Canada and the steps he'd take to implement his thoughts.

Christy Clark

A former British Columbia premier, Christy Clark had shown interest in leading the federal party if Trudeau decides to step down, in October last year. Having served as BC's premier from 2011 to 2017, Clark (58) signaled at a potential return to politics, saying that she is open to being part of the conversation on Canada's future, as per a Canadian news outlet. The 58-year-old politician underlined her dedication to the country, noting that “Canadians are tired of divisive politics and want leaders who offer practical solutions to pressing issues such as the cost of living, housing, healthcare, and climate change.” She has also accused Trudeau of 'creating divisions within the country. in the past.