Justin Trudeau will be sworn in as Canada's 23rd prime minister on Wednesday

Justin Trudeau will be sworn in as Canada's 23rd prime minister on Wednesday

VIDEO: Justin Trudeau and Liberal promises made in 2015 campaign

Trudeau will be officially sworn in as the 23rd prime minister of Canada this Wednesday.



Justin Trudeau officially takes office as Canada’s 23rd prime minister Wednesday when his Liberal government is sworn in.

Here is a look at some of the promises the Liberal party made during the federal election campaign.

Video: The Canadian Press

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