The rise and fall of Justin Trudeau as Canadian prime minister resigns - The leader was once a poster boy for liberalism but has now resigned after nearly 10 years in office

Once dismissed as "the Paris Hilton of Canadian politics", Justin Trudeau defied expectations by holding onto power for almost a decade. But his tumultuous period in office was often defined by scandals of his own making.

Canada's ruling Liberal Party is looking for a new leader to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who announced on Jan. 6 he intended to step down. The Liberal Party will pick a new chief on March 9.