A staggering victory for economist Mark Carney, who's set to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's next Prime Minister. 

The 59-year-old has an ample resume, having served as head of the banks of Canada and England. 

He's indicated he'll hold his ground against Donald Trump as the US President holds the threat of more tariffs over Canada's head.  

Globe & Mail Ottawa Bureau Chief Robert Fife says he'll move quick on the election front - to keep up momentum and stop Conservative attack ads against him.

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