Chrystia Freeland was born and raised in Toronto, a city known for its diversity, innovation, and booming economy. She attended prestigious schools such as Havergal College and Harvard University, and began her career as a journalist for the Financial Times, covering economic and political issues in Eastern Europe. Her fearless reporting caught the attention of top politicians and she was soon recruited to work for the World Bank, where she became an expert on the transition economies of the former Soviet Union.
But it was her return to Toronto in 2013 that marked the beginning of her meteoric rise in the political arena. She was elected as a Member of Parliament for the liberal party and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the Minister of International Trade and later the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Her skillful negotiation and passionate advocacy for Canada has made her a highly respected leader on the global stage. From championing free trade agreements to standing up for human rights, Chrystia Freeland has solidified her place as one of the most influential and impactful leaders in the world, all while proudly representing her hometown of Toronto.