Liberal party leadership race heats up after Trudeau resigns

In the wake of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation, there has been much speculation about the next steps for Canada’s government.

Parliament has been prorogued until the end of March, but the campaign period for Liberal candidates seeking Trudeau’s vacant role is heating up.

A confirmed list of Liberal candidates vying to become the country’s next prime minister is still taking shape.

However, a few key contenders addressed the media in Ottawa this week.

Before we learn exactly who intends to run, the national party board must assemble a leadership vote committee to organize the rules for the upcoming race.