A biography for Sophie Gregoire Trudeauhasn’t been written yet.
“The barriers for women across the world are different, depending on which kind of political system you live under.”
“Women's empowerment for me means knowing your rights, having the facts, knowing the truth about what is happening out there, here in our own country and the condition of women throughout the world.”
“Our boys need to look up to older people around them, especially male figures, to be able to express their full person and potential, but that is only possible if they are raised in a culture that celebrates men and women with the same equal rights, freedoms and respect.”
“Once Justin decided to go on the political scene, all the spotlights were on him. I think we've done pretty well finding a balance and a centre. It's a very scrutinized life.”
“On official trips you listen to officials who guide you and also clothing choices, because there are certain places where you have to have your head covered for example, or whatever it is, and I listen to the professionals.”
“The pictures and dresses and official functions - that's my job, but it's not my whole life.”
“Girls are womb of humanity, nucleus of the family and are supposed to become fully participant citizens in our own countries.”
“I'd love to be everywhere but I can't. I have three children and a husband who is prime minister. I need help. I need a team to help me serve the people.”
“The feeling of community... is really what gives a sense, a purpose to a society.”
“I used to stress out if I wasn't attaining my goals by their due date, but not anymore.”
“Being 40 and having three kids puts lots of things in perspective and helps me stay grounded.”
“Learn to distance yourself from the criticism.”
“I've know Justin since I was a child. I went to school with his younger brother Michel, who died in the Avalanche. But Justin and I are four years apart - when you're 12 and 16, it's worlds away. I always thought he was handsome though.”
“We have taught our children that meanness gets you nowhere in life.”
“My mom - For me, she has the spirit of an angel. She's a healer without even knowing it... She's beautiful inside and out. She doesn't know she's that.”
“In yoga, it really is about being grounded.”
“When youth live in fear of becoming who they are, as adults, they can't become the creative beings that we are meant to be on this planet.”
“I'm a mom. I'm the wife of a Prime Minister. I'm Sophie. So yes, I try to express with integrity who I am through what I'm wearing.”
“Real change comes from real individuals and real experiences.”
“A healthy lifestyle includes exercise, nutrition, healthy sleep patterns and a healthy group of friends.”