An anti-incumbent wave has hit leaders and parties in India, South Africa, France, and Britain this year. It may soon be Canada's turn.

OTTAWA, Canada — Former central banker Mark Carney won the race to become leader of Canada's ruling Liberal Party and will succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister, official results showed on Sunday.

Canada's Liberal Party has flipped the polling landscape, overtaking the Conservatives to lead in most surveys ahead of April's snap election.

Former U.S. President Barack Obama tweeted his support for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Thursday. Wishing my friend @JustinTrudeau the best in Canada’s upcoming election. Justin has been an ...