Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s annual Christmas message — released at a time when he's facing his own political uncertainty — encourages Canadians to give thanks for "all that is good in the world" and check in on those who have not had an easy time this year.

There is no mechanism for Trudeau's party to force him out in the short-term. He could resign, or his party could be forced from power by a “no confidence” vote in Parliament that would trigger an election that would very likely favor the opposing Conservative Party.

In the nearly two-minute video, Trudeau thanks first responders and asks Canadians to check in on those who “have not had an easy time this year.”

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued his Christmas message on Tuesday, wishing "joy" to everyone celebrating and "comfort to those who are suffering." Here is his message, posted on the federal government's website,