Carney, who will take over the leadership of both his party and his country, is expected to call a snap election shortly after being sworn into office.

Toronto — Canada’s next prime minister has already helped run two Group of Seven economies in crisis and now will try to steer Canada through a looming trade war brought by U.S. President Donald Trump, a threat of annexation and an expected federal election.

Mark Carney will succeed Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau — and he is already making it clear he will oppose