Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s plan to step down has created greater uncertainty for the economy at a pivotal time, prompting business groups to call for unity in facing the challenges ahead.
Trudeau’s announcement that he will resign following a Liberal leadership contest comes just weeks before Donald Trump, who has threatened tariffs on Canadian goods, is sworn in as U.S. president.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce chief executive Candace Laing welcomed Trudeau’s announcement, saying it marks a turning point as the country faces unprecedented domestic and international issues.
Laing says in a statement that Canada can’t afford inaction with so much at stake, and that unity is key going forward….