Trudeau calls election as he seeks to capitalise on vaccination success

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called an election (Paul Chiasson/The Canadian Press via AP)

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has triggered an election as he seeks to capitalise on Canada being one of the most fully vaccinated countries in the world.

Mr Trudeau announced the election would be held on Sept 20 after visiting the governor general, who holds a mostly ceremonial position representing the Queen as head of state.