Mark Carney and Chrystia Freeland Announce Bids to Succeed Justin Trudeau as Canadian Prime Minister

The Liberal Party will choose its new leader on March 9, with the winner potentially facing a short tenure due to opposition plans for a no-confidence vote.

Mark Carney, former head of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, has launched his campaign to lead Canada's Liberal Party and become prime minister.
Chrystia Freeland, former deputy prime minister and finance minister, has also declared her candidacy to succeed Justin Trudeau, who announced his resignation earlier this month.
The Liberal Party leadership election will take place on March 9, determining the next prime minister, though a no-confidence vote by opposition parties may prompt early elections soon after.
Carney emphasizes his outsider status in politics and focuses on economic recovery, while Freeland highlights her political experience and commitment to fighting for Canada.
Polls currently show the opposition Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, holding a significant lead over the Liberals ahead of any potential early election.