Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Appointed Distinguished Fellow at Oxford University's Blavatnik School of Government
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been appointed as a distinguished fellow and member of the World Leaders Circle at Oxford University's Blavatnik School of Government. The announcement was made on Friday, November 7, 2026. Trudeau, who served as Canada's prime minister from 2015 to 2025, will contribute his experience to the school's focus on public policy education and improving governance worldwide. He joins an international network of former heads of government, including former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and former U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Trudeau expressed his anticipation to engage with other leaders and the next generation of policy leaders to address global challenges and foster a more inclusive future. Blavatnik School dean Ngaire Woods highlighted Trudeau's decade of public service as a valuable asset for students.