<p>With her authentic style and trademark joie de vivre, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau is an inspiring advocate for emotional literacy, equality and mental health—sharing anecdotes from her own personal journey.</p><p>As the former unofficial First Lady of Canada, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau has been not only an illustrious role model on the public stage, but she has worked tirelessly to advocate for mental health, female empowerment, emotional literacy, gender equality and conscious leadership.</p><p>Combining insight from top psychologists, psychiatrists, scientists, and thought leaders with her own personal journey, Sophie helps groups and individuals explore new ways to enhance emotional literacy and gain a better understanding of their mental health. Her mission is to help people reach their true potential and live fuller, happier lives by forming healthier relationships with themselves, others, and the world around them.</p><p>In her years as an acclaimed TV and radio journalist, Sophie met and interviewed countless luminaries from Malala Yousafzai to Gloria Steinem, Brad Pitt to Amal Clooney. She made memorable encounters with dignitaries from all over the world like Queen Elizabeth II and Pope Francis and offered opening remarks during Michelle and Barack Obama’s visits to Canada. Sophie has received UN recognition awards for her humanitarian work, and she was named the first National Volunteer for the Canadian Mental Health Association in 2022, among other awards and accolades.</p><p>Her book, <em>Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves, Loving Each</em> Other was a #1 Toronto Star bestseller and it is currently being adapted for a documentary series by Sphere Media. The book was praised by Hillary Rodham Clinton as “candid, enlightening, and an intrepid exploration into achieving a life filled with purpose, meaning, and a sense of wonder.” The audiobook version was named a “Best of 2024” by Audible.</p>
Mental health advocate; Bestselling author of <em>Closer Together</em>, an Audible award-winning memoir currently being adapted for a major docuseries
<ul><li><strong>Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves, Loving Each Other</strong></li><li>Sophie Grégoire Trudeau invites audiences on a deeply personal journey toward self-knowledge, acceptance, and empowerment. </li><li>Combining insight from top psychologists, psychiatrists, scientists, and thought leaders with her own personal journey, Grégoire Trudeau explores the questions that matter most for our individual and collective growth. She’s on a mission to help people reach their true potential and live fuller and happier lives by enhancing their emotional literacy and learning how to build healthier relationships with themselves, others, and the world around us.</li><li><strong>Emotional Literacy for Leading with Empathy and Trust</strong></li><li>As leaders, we often focus on strategic planning, communication skills, and decision-making—but what about our ability to understand and manage emotions? “Emotional Literacy” is the foundation upon which every other aspect of leadership rests. By understanding and managing our own emotions and those of our colleagues, we can make better decisions, navigate complex challenges, build stronger relationships and trust, and foster positive work cultures. In this keynote, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau shares strategies for becoming more emotionally intelligent in order to lead and inspire our teams—resulting in more productive, successful, resilient organizations.</li><li><strong>Mental Health: The Building Blocks for a Strong Foundation</strong></li><li> As a passionate advocate for mental health, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau believes that in order to know and accept ourselves fully, we need to understand why we think and feel the way we do, and recognize the experiences, attitudes, and patterns that may be holding us back.</li><li>Sharing her own deeply personal mental health journey, including overcoming an eating disorder and struggling with anxiety, Grégoire Trudeau digs into the science behind brain health, offering fresh and educational insights along with strategies drawn from her own mindfulness and yoga practices. Audience walk away empowered and equipped with the tools needed to enhance their emotional literacy and move forward on their path to wellness.</li><li><strong>College Strong: Own Your Journey, Lead with Resilience, Shape the Future</strong></li><li>College is full of transitions—new challenges, unfamiliar environments, and the pressure of figuring out what comes next. But in a world that feels increasingly uncertain, resilience isn’t just a personal skill—it’s the foundation for success, fulfillment, and meaningful leadership.</li><li>Sophie Grégoire Trudeau has broken barriers in media, championed mental health, and inspired change on the global stage. Now, she reveals a stark truth—we are all just one step away from trauma—and delivers a powerful message to students, preparing for their next chapter: thriving isn’t about avoiding hardship, but about embracing challenges and rising stronger. She reminds students, especially young women, that true empowerment comes not from sidestepping adversity, but from transforming it into fuel for bold, fearless leadership.</li><li>Drawing from her bestselling book and award-winning Audible release, Closer Together, Sophie delivers a compelling and deeply personal message on self-worth, emotional intelligence, and the transformative power of community. Through raw storytelling and actionable insights, she inspires students to step into their power, build inclusive spaces, and enter the workforce as compassionate, purpose-driven changemakers. This is more than a talk—it’s a call to lead, to rise, and to own your future with confidence.</li></ul><p><br></p>