Who will replace Justin Trudeau as prime minister of Canada?

Justin Trudeau speaks to supporters during a campaign stop in Toronto. Picture: Darren Calabrese/AP

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation after facing an increasing loss of support both within his party and in the country.

Now Mr Trudeau’s Liberal Party must find a new leader while dealing with US President-elect Donald Trump’s threats to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods and with Canada’s election just months away.