Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau

Who is Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau?

Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau is a Canadian public speaker, humanitarian, and former TV host. Widely recognized as the wife of Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, Sophie is admired for her philanthropic work, advocacy for mental health, women’s rights, and children’s welfare.

Marriage to Justin Trudeau

• Sophie met Justin Trudeau through her childhood friendship with his younger brother, Michel.
• The couple reconnected in 2003 while co-hosting a charity event.
• They got engaged in October 2004 and were married on May 28, 2005, in a Catholic ceremony at Montreal’s Sainte-Madeleine Outremont Church.
• Justin Trudeau became Prime Minister of Canada on November 4, 2015.

Children

• Xavier James Trudeau – born October 18, 2007
• Ella-Grace Margaret Trudeau – born February 5, 2009
• Hadrien Grégoire Trudeau – born February 28, 2014

Early Life & Education

• Sophie is the only child of Jean Grégoire, a stockbroker, and Estelle Blais, a nurse.
• She was raised in Sainte-Adèle and later in Mount Royal, where she went to school with Michel Trudeau.
• During her late teens, she battled bulimia nervosa, overcoming it through therapy and yoga—both of which later influenced her advocacy for mental wellness.

Education:

• Attended Pensionnat du Saint-Nom-de-Marie (Outremont)
• Studied at Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf
• Commerce studies at McGill University
• Graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Université de Montréal

Career Overview

• Began as a receptionist at an advertising firm before transitioning into media.
• Worked as an entertainment reporter for LCN and later as a co-host on Radio-Canada’s Coup de Pouce.
• From 2005 to 2010, she was a TV presenter for CTV, focusing on lifestyle and entertainment.

Philanthropy & Advocacy

Sophie is a passionate humanitarian and mental health advocate. Her work includes:

• Spokesperson for Sheena’s Place and Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA)
• Advocate for women’s empowerment, gender equality, and Indigenous rights
• Involved in campaigns for cancer awareness and children’s health
• Co-starred with mother-in-law Margaret Trudeau in the documentary A Window Opens: Margaret and Sophie in Ethiopia, focusing on global clean water initiatives

Controversies

• Faced backlash on International Women’s Day 2017 for posting a photo of herself holding hands with Justin, which critics felt missed the day’s focus.
• In 2018, was criticized for taking a photo with Jaspal Atwal, a convicted attempted assassin, during a trip to India.

Quick Facts

• Suffers from no known illnesses but promotes mental health wellness across Canada.
• Fluent in both English and French.
• Active on social media, using her platform to promote social causes.