Canada’s Justin Trudeau faces calls to resign. What could happen next?

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces growing pressure to resign from his own Liberal Party after his top minister abruptly quit and criticised his handling of the budget.

Trudeau has led the country for nearly a decade, but has become widely unpopular in recent years over a wide range of issues, including the high cost of living and rising inflation.

There is no mechanism for Trudeau’s party to force him out in the short-term. He could resign, or his party could be forced from power by a “no confidence” vote in Parliament that would trigger an election that would very likely favour the opposing Conservative Party.

If his party were to survive a vote in Parliament – which seems increasingly unlikely – Trudeau could choose to stay on as prime minister until there is an election.

Here’s a deeper look at the possible paths for Trudeau and Canada.

Trudeau could resign, allowing other liberals to vie for his office