Chrystia Freeland has had a remarkable career that has spanned across multiple industries, showcasing her versatility and determination. Born in Peace River, Alberta, Freeland first made a name for herself as a journalist, working for top publications such as The Financial Times, The Washington Post, and The Globe and Mail. Her sharp analytical skills and ability to uncover important stories earned her numerous awards, including a National Business Book Award for her book “Plutocrats: The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich and the Fall of Everyone Else”. But it was her passion for politics and desire to make a difference that led her to leave the world of journalism and enter into the political arena.

In 2013, Freeland was elected as a Member of Parliament for Toronto Centre, representing the Liberal Party of Canada. She quickly rose through the ranks and in 2015, she was appointed as the Minister of International Trade, where she played a pivotal role in negotiating the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with the European Union. In 2017, she became the first female to be appointed as Minister of Foreign Affairs, and in 2019, she was given the added responsibility of Deputy Prime Minister.

Freeland’s career as a journalist and her expertise in international trade and foreign affairs have made her a valuable asset to the Canadian government.