Prime Minister Justin Trudeau topped off a chaotic day in Ottawa today by addressing a group of Liberals at a holiday fundraiser in which he acknowledged an eventful day that was not easy.

It was eventful to say the least, starting with the surprise resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland just hours before the fall economic statement.

Trudeau addressed the Laurier Club in Gatineau just after 9:30 following a long day of cabinet and caucus meetings, fending off calls from the opposition parties and even fellow Liberals, for his resignation.

In a speech that lasted 10 minutes, Trudeau offered no immediate hints that he plans to step down, telling fellow Liberals he will continue to fight for Canadians.

He called it a privilege to be able to serve his country.

“There is no place I’d rather be than Canada, and it is the absolute privilege of my life to serve as your Prime Minister. Now Canada is the best country on earth, but it’s not perfect. That’s why I wake up every single day thinking about how to make this nation work better for all Canadians,” he said.