Justin Trudeau promised ‘sunny ways’ but could not fulfil his lofty ambitions 

Canada’s outgoing prime minister’s tenure is dotted with progressive wins on equality and diversity but failures to deliver on the economy

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau announcing his resignation on Monday. Picture: Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP

He swept into parliament at the helm of surprise majority, promising change, hope and “sunny ways”, as he charmed Canadians and much of the world with a brand that sought to embrace feminism, welcome refugees and reset Canada’s relationship with Indigenous peoples.

Nearly 10 years later, however, Justin Trudeau’s political career has come to a halt, with the 53-year-old on Monday announcing his decision to step down.