Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
About Sophie
Sophie, a mother of twins and former head of the Tax Treaties Unit at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), became in September 2021 the first woman to represent Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi.
Riding
Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi
The federal riding of Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, located in Quebec, Canada, stretches along the Ottawa River to the west and the Gatineau River to the north. It includes 41 municipalities with urban, rural, and First Nations areas. Created in 1867, Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi has seen its boundaries adjusted over time, most recently in 2024. The latest changes excluded Val-des-Monts and the Limbour neighbourhood while adding the Hull Plateau, where Sophie’s office is located at the Agora. Its name honours the Indigenous leader Pontiac, a prominent figure of the 18th century, as well as the local Indigenous community of Kitigan Zibi.
Known for its geographic diversity, Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi benefits from a varied economy supported by public administration, agriculture, forestry, tourism, and high technology, reflecting its proximity to Ottawa. Its population—a mix of Francophones, Anglophones, and Indigenous communities—enriches its culture. Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi remains a symbol of Quebec and Canada, illustrating a blend of traditions, histories, and modern challenges.