Canada to hold election on September 20, declares PM Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday, called a snap election for September 20, two years ahead of schedule.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau triggered an election Sunday as he seeks to capitalize on Canada being one of the most fully vaccinated countries in the world. Trudeau announced the election would be held on September 20 after visiting the governor-general, who holds a mostly ceremonial position representing Britain's Queen Elizabeth II as head of state.