Who Is Ruby Dhalla? Indian Origin Canadian Politicians Enters Canadian PM Race | Canada News | N18G

The race to replace Justin Trudeau after nine years as the Canadian Prime Minister is set to decide the country's political future. The nation is now crossing the last few hurdles preparing for the pivotal election and the Liberal Party is set to pick a new party chief on March 9. But as the Prime Ministerial race nears the finishing line, an Indian-origin, former MP Ruby Dhalla is making waves as Trudeau's possible successor. 50 year old Ruby Dhalla entered the Liberal Party race on the eve of the deadline for candidates to declare themselves. But her campaign is yet to submit the fee of 350,000 Canadian dollars to qualify. But who is Ruby Dhalla, and why is she being touted as Canada's female Donald Trump? Whether she emerges victorious or not, Ruby Dhalla's campaign is already catching eyeballs. Her candidacy represents a challenge to the status quo and signals a new direction for Canadian politics, one that is driven by a diverse, determined voice. It's clear Ruby is making immigration reform a cornerstone of her campaign, but it raises a tough question. Is this the right approach for Canada?Show more