Justin Trudeau ventures into film and television with ‘Hope and Hard Work’
The former Canadian Prime Minister has established a production company with his former chief of staff, Katie Telford. Several fiction and documentary projects are already in development.
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Justin Trudeau is making his debut in the entertainment industry. The former Canadian Prime Minister launched the production company Hope and Hard Work on Friday, September 11, 2026, alongside his former chief of staff, Katie Telford.
Unveiled at the Toronto International Film Festival, the new company will produce films, series, audio content, and events. It aims to develop both fictional projects and documentary programs.
Hope and Hard Work has already added several adaptations to its catalog. Among them are Closer by Sea, a coming-of-age novel by Perry Chafe set in Newfoundland, and the crime novel Detective Aunty by Uzma Jalaluddin.
Justin Trudeau and Katie Telford are set to serve as executive producers on both projects. No broadcaster or filming schedule has been announced yet.
A career change after nine years in power
The company’s name echoes a phrase frequently used by Justin Trudeau in his speeches since he became leader of the Liberal Party in 2013. The company states its intention to connect audiences through stories designed for multiple formats.
At 54 years old, Justin Trudeau led the Canadian government from 2015 to 2025. He announced his departure in January 2025, before being succeeded by Mark Carney.
This career transition is reminiscent of Barack and Michelle Obama, who founded Higher Ground Productions in 2018. Their company has since produced films, series, and documentaries for streaming platforms.
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