OTTAWA - Liberal MP Chrystia Freeland will relocate to Oxford, England, to assume the role of CEO at the Rhodes Trust, an educational charity known for its prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. The charity announced her appointment on Wednesday, stating that she will begin her new position on July 1, 2026.

The Rhodes Scholarship provides opportunities for students worldwide to study at the University of Oxford. Freeland's new role marks a significant transition in her career following her recent political endeavors.

Earlier this year, Freeland was a candidate for the Liberal Party leadership but lost to Mark Carney, who subsequently became prime minister. In Carney's cabinet, Freeland held dual positions as the internal trade minister and transport minister. She was instrumental in efforts to reduce internal trade barriers across Canada.

In September, Freeland stepped down from her cabinet roles to focus on a special assignment representing the Carney government in matters related to the reconstruction of Ukraine. Her move to the Rhodes Trust signifies a new chapter in her professional journey, as she prepares to take on this influential educational role in the U.K.