Canada: Prime Minister Trudeau’s party wins narrow victory October 21 /update 1

Event

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberals party will retain its power following a Monday, October 21 election, though will no longer hold a majority. Trudeau will therefore remain Prime Minister. The first-past-the-post system has granted the Liberals party a victory, with 33 percent of the vote and 157 seats, while the Conservative party brought in 34.4 percent and will be allocated 121 seats.

Advice

Individuals in Canada are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid any protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.