Key Highlights Of Justin Trudeau's Political Career

Trudeau wins Liberal Party leadership, reviving the party from historic low.

October 2013

Trudeau’s Liberals win a majority in the federal election, defeating Conservatives.

October 2015

Trudeau found guilty of breaching conflict-of-interest rules, accepting gifts and vacations.

December 2017

Trudeau’s Liberals lose majority but form a minority government, needing cooperation.

October 2019

Finance Minister Bill Morneau resigns amid pandemic financial recovery clashes with Trudeau.

August 2020

Trudeau fails to secure a majority in the national election, forms minority.

September 2021

Trudeau announces resignation, ending a decade of leadership amid growing discontent.

January 2025