Chrystia Freeland is a Canadian politician, journalist, and author who has risen to become one of the most influential and impactful leaders of our time. Born in Peace River, Alberta, Freeland spent her childhood living in various parts of the world, including Ukraine and the United States, due to her father’s career in oil exploration. Her early exposure to different cultures and languages shaped her global perspective and ignited her passion for international relations and politics.
After earning a bachelor’s degree in history and literature from Harvard University and a master’s degree in Slavonic Studies from St. Antony’s College, Oxford, Freeland pursued a successful career in journalism. She worked for some of the most prestigious news outlets, including the Financial Times, The Globe and Mail, and Reuters, where she reported on significant events and conflicts happening around the world. Her fearless and uncompromising reporting style earned her numerous accolades and established her as one of the top journalists in Canada.
But it was in 2013 when Freeland’s career took a new and unexpected turn. She decided to run for political office and was elected as a member of the Liberal Party of Canada. Since then, she has held several key positions, including Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Trade, and Deputy Prime Minister. Known for her sharp intellect,