Early Life And Education

Justin Trudeau: Canada's 23rd Prime Minister

Early Life and Education

Justin Trudeau was born on December 25, 1971 in Ottawa, Ontario. He is the eldest son of former Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Margaret Trudeau. Trudeau attended McGill University and the University of British Columbia, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Education and a Bachelor of Education.

Political Career

Trudeau entered politics in 2008, winning a seat in the House of Commons as the Member of Parliament for Papineau. He served in various cabinet positions under Prime Minister Stephen Harper, including Minister of Youth and Minister of Veterans Affairs. In 2013, he was elected leader of the Liberal Party of Canada.

Prime Minister of Canada

Trudeau led the Liberal Party to victory in the 2015 federal election, becoming Canada's 23rd Prime Minister. He was re-elected in 2019 and 2021. As Prime Minister, Trudeau has implemented a number of policies, including:

• Legalizing recreational cannabis
• Introducing a carbon tax
• Investing in infrastructure and social programs
• Promoting diversity and inclusion

Personal Life

Trudeau is married to Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, a former television host. They have three children: Xavier, Ella-Grace, and Hadrien.

Historical Significance

Justin Trudeau is the second-longest serving Prime Minister of Canada after William Lyon Mackenzie King. He is also the first Prime Minister to be born after Confederation in 1867.