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Justin Trudeau
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Trudeau in 2023
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| 23rd Prime Minister of Canada | |
| In office November 4, 2015 – March 14, 2025 |
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| Deputy | Chrystia Freeland |
| Preceded by | Stephen Harper |
| Succeeded by | Mark Carney |
| 14th Leader of the Liberal Party | |
| In office April 14, 2013 – March 9, 2025 |
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| Deputy | Ralph Goodale (2013–2015) |
| Preceded by | Bob Rae (interim) |
| Succeeded by | Mark Carney |
| Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Youth | |
| In office November 4, 2015 – July 18, 2018 |
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| Prime Minister | Himself |
| Preceded by | Denis Lebel |
| Succeeded by | Dominic LeBlanc |
| Member of Parliament for Papineau |
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| Assumed office October 14, 2008 |
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| Preceded by | Vivian Barbot |
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Justin Pierre James Trudeau
December 25, 1971 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 3 |
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| Relatives | Trudeau family |
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Justin Pierre James Trudeau (born December 25, 1971) is a Canadian politician. He served as the 23rd prime minister of Canada from 2015 to 2025.
He was also the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada from 2013 to 2025. Since 2008, he has been a Member of Parliament (MP) for Papineau. When he became prime minister, Trudeau was the second-youngest in Canadian history. He was also the first prime minister to be the child of a former prime minister, as the eldest son of Pierre Trudeau.
On January 6, 2025, Trudeau announced that he would step down as both prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party. He remained leader until Mark Carney was chosen as the new leader. Trudeau then resigned as prime minister. He will also retire as an MP when the current Parliament ends.
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Early Life and Education
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Justin Trudeau was born on December 25, 1971, in Ottawa, Canada. His parents were Pierre Trudeau and Margaret Trudeau (née Sinclair). He has two younger brothers, Alexandre (born 1973) and Michel (born 1975).
His parents separated in 1977 when he was five years old. Trudeau also has three half-siblings from his parents' later relationships.
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In 1976, he started school in a French immersion program. After his father retired in 1984, Trudeau attended the private Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf.
Trudeau earned a bachelor's degree in literature from McGill University. He also has a bachelor's degree in education from the University of British Columbia. After finishing university, he worked as a substitute teacher in Vancouver. He later became a full-time French and math teacher at a private school.
Political Career
In 2006, Trudeau became the head of the Liberal Party's Task Force on Youth Renewal. In 2008, he was elected to represent the area of Papineau in the House of Commons.
He served as the Liberal Party's spokesperson for youth and multiculturalism in 2009. The next year, he became the spokesperson for citizenship and immigration. In 2011, he was named spokesperson for secondary education and sport.
Trudeau won the leadership of the Liberal Party in April 2013. He then led his party to a big victory in the 2015 federal election.
Prime Minister of Canada (2015–2025)
Trudeau and his government ministers were sworn in by Governor General David Johnston on November 4, 2015. He stated that his main goal was to lower taxes for middle-income Canadians. He also aimed to raise taxes for the wealthiest 1% of earners.
Trudeau also promised to improve relationships with Indigenous peoples in Canada. He committed to running an open and honest government.
Domestic Policies
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During his time as prime minister, Canada aimed to welcome more immigrants and refugees. In 2022 and 2023, Canada welcomed almost 1 million new residents each year. In November 2022, Trudeau's government announced that Canada would admit 500,000 immigrants per year by 2025.
In 2021, Trudeau announced a national child care plan. The goal was to reduce day care fees for parents to $10 a day per child within five years.
Trudeau's environmental plan included reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30% before 2030. The long-term goal was to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. A key part of this plan was a federal carbon pricing policy. His government also passed laws for marine conservation and banned six common single-use plastic products. The ban on producing and importing single-use plastics started in December 2022. The sale of these items will be banned from December 2023.
Foreign Policies
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In 2016, Trudeau removed visa requirements for Mexican citizens. This led to a large increase in asylum claims from Mexicans. Visas and some restrictions were put back in place in 2024.
Trudeau had good relations with former US President Barack Obama. His first foreign policy challenges included keeping his promise to stop Canadian air support in the Syrian civil war. He also promised to welcome 25,000 Syrian war refugees.
When Donald Trump became president, Canada-US relations became more difficult. The Trump administration pushed for changes to the NAFTA. This led to the CUSMA agreement, where Canada made some compromises. Donald Trump also put tariffs (extra taxes) on Canadian steel and aluminum. Trudeau responded by putting tariffs on American steel, aluminum, and other products.
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Canada's relationship with China also became more difficult during Trudeau's time as prime minister.
In 2020, Canada tried to join the United Nations Security Council but did not succeed. This was the second time Canada had failed to join the Security Council.
On October 7, 2023, Trudeau spoke out against Hamas' actions during the Israel–Hamas war. He supported Israel and its right to defend itself. On December 12, he joined the prime ministers of Australia and New Zealand in calling for a "sustainable ceasefire" in the war.
Resignation from Office
On January 6, 2025, Justin Trudeau announced he would resign as leader of the Liberal Party and as prime minister of Canada. He made this announcement at Rideau Cottage. On March 14, 2025, Trudeau officially told the governor general of his resignation. Mark Carney was then sworn in as the 24th prime minister of Canada later that morning.
Personal Life
Trudeau married Sophie Grégoire on May 28, 2005, in Montreal. They have three children: Xavier (born 2007), Ella-Grace (born 2009), and Hadrien (born 2014).
On August 2, 2023, Trudeau announced that he and Grégoire had separated. On August 21, Trudeau said he was focusing on his children and the future.
Interesting Facts About Justin Trudeau
- He has Scottish and French Canadian family roots.
- As a child, Trudeau enjoyed camping with his father.
- He is a lapsed Catholic, meaning he was raised Catholic but no longer practices regularly.
- Trudeau is one of several children of former prime ministers who have become Canadian media personalities.
- In 2007, he acted in a two-part TV show called The Great War. This show was about Canada's role in the First World War.
Justin Trudeau Quotes
- "People think that boxing is all about how hard you can hit your opponent. It's not. Boxing is about how hard a hit you can take and keep going."
- "Excluding citizens' voices from politics leads down a very bad path."
- "My idea of freedom is that we should protect the rights of people to believe what their conscience dictates, but fight equally hard to protect people from having the beliefs of others imposed upon them."
- "The way to build a strong future is by both protecting the environment and creating good jobs."
Honours and Awards
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Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for Canada |
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Grand Cross of the Order of La Pléiade |
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- Honorary Degrees
| Location | Date | School | Degree | Gave Commencement Address |
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 Scotland |
July 5, 2017 | University of Edinburgh | Doctorate | Yes |
 New York |
May 16, 2018 | New York University | Doctor of Laws (LL.D) | Yes |
See also
In Spanish: Justin Trudeau para niños
