Canadians entered 2025 with the breaking news of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plans to resign, sparking widespread reactions from politicians across the political spectrum. As Trudeau prepares to step down, the Liberal Party of Canada is gearing up for a leadership race to choose his successor.

Donald Trump's threats to annex Canada and impose looming 25% tariffs dominated headlines, raising concerns as the country faces a leadership vacuum and lacks a voice at the negotiating table.

In other news, Ottawa has unveiled a new plan to combat climate change: banning vehicle idling year-round, with significant fines for offenders.

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