Remembering the former Cuban dictator as a "remarkable leader", he said he would be mourned by Canada.
"While a controversial figure, both Mr Castro`s supporters and detractors recognised his tremendous dedication and love for the Cuban people who had a deep and lasting affection for `El Comandante`," he said in a statement.
His kind words for Castro immediately drew criticism from Conservative lawmakers who said Mr Trudeau was praising a cruel dictator.
Justin Trudeau`s warm tribute to Fidel Castro mocked on social media
27 November 2016
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was roundly mocked on social media on Saturday after delivering a warm tribute to the late Fidel Castro.
