Canada Prime Minister Justin
OpenLife Nigeria reports that Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, while facing his own election before the end of 2025,on Wednesday, announced his separation from wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau.
However, what has generated concerns is the likely or unlikely effect of the separation on the election.
But in the event of over-politicized separation, most analysts estimate that Canada has, to its credit, a history of leaving such private matters alone but with certain exceptions.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, 51, and his wife Sophie, 48, who announced their split on Instagram have been married since 2005 and share three children.
The separation was announced in matching posts written in both English and French. The PM’s office also released a statement to confirm they had reached a legal agreement and reveal that the pair will remain amicable, holidaying together soon with their three kids.
“Sophie Gregoire Trudeau has already moved out of the family home to another residence in Ottawa,” the spokesman added.
“They have worked to ensure that all legal and ethical steps with regards to their decision to separate have been taken, and will continue to do so moving forward.”
According to Canada’s Globe and Mail, the pair will share custody of their three children.
Trudeau will remain at Rideau Cottage with the children, but Sophie has already moved to a different property in Ottawa.
While this is on going, Meta is making good a threat on news blackout.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has officially started to restrict access to Canadian news outlets on its feeds in Canada.
The legislation is similar to an Australian law – the News Media and Digital Platforms Mandatory Bargaining Code – passed in 2021.
Facebook blocked news in Australia at the time but restored access after the government amended the code.
Ottawa’s Liberal government has denounced the move to block access to Canadian news on Facebook and Instagram.
Newly appointed Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge, who took over the file from former minister Pablo Rodriguez in last week’s Cabinet shuffle, called the move “irresponsible.”
The government has vowed to stay the course. Meta and Google have promised the same.
In early July, US Senator Amy Klobuchar came out swinging in favor of Canada, urging Trudeau’s government to persevere in its struggle with the platforms.
Born on December 25, 1971, Justin Trudeau is Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister and the proud father of Xavier, Ella-Grace, and Hadrien.
His vision of Canada is a country where everyone has a real and fair chance to succeed. His experiences as a teacher, father, leader, and advocate for youth have shaped his dedication to Canadians.
The oldest of three boys, Justin grew up with the profound influence of his father, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, and his mother, Margaret Trudeau. He graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Arts in 1994.
He went on to complete the University of British Columbia’s education program, and spent several years teaching in Vancouver.
Justin entered politics to make change that would better serve all Canadians. In 2007, he built a grassroots campaign to win the Liberal Party nomination in the Montréal riding of Papineau.
He was elected in 2008, and re-elected in 2011, 2015, 2019, and 2021. Justin was elected Leader of the Liberal Party in April 2013. On October 19, 2015, he led his party to victory, winning a majority government. On October 21, 2019, he led the Liberal Party to re-election, earning a second mandate.
On September 20, 2021, Justin once again led the party to re-election, earning a third mandate to govern from Canadians.
As Prime Minister, Justin leads a government that works hard to continue moving Canada forward.
His team is focused on fighting climate change, creating good middle-class jobs, making life more affordable, keeping Canada’s communities safe, and moving forward on reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
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