Jean-François Tremblay, Deputy Minister
Jean-François Tremblay was appointed Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change, effective September 18, 2023.
In March 2025, Jean-François took on the role of Deputy Minister Ally for FBEC. In this role, he works closely with the Federal Black Employee Caucus and his deputy minister colleagues to address racism in the federal government.
Mr. Tremblay’s academic and professional background has informed his many years leading in many departments. He holds a PhD in Political Science from Université Laval.
For Mr. Tremblay, authenticity is a crucial factor in determining how well a leader meets his responsibilities. Over the years in his career, he has demonstrated a commitment to serve others, he advocates for environmentally sound practices, Indigenous participation, accessibility, and social inclusion.
He comes to Environment and Climate Change Canada from Employment and Social Development Canada, where he served as Deputy Minister from January 2022 to September 2023.
Prior to working in that capacity, Mr. Tremblay served as:
• Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Canada from 2020 to 2022
• Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services from 2017 to 2020
• Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Communities from 2016 to 2017
• Deputy Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities from 2015 to 2016
• Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet Operations, Privy Council Office from April 2013 to 2015
Mr. Tremblay also spent time at Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada where he held the positions of Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Treaties and Aboriginal Government (2012 to 2013), and Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy and Strategic Direction (2010 to 2012).
He also worked with the Privy Council Office, serving as Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet, Priorities and Planning (2007 to 2010) and Assistant Deputy Minister in Intergovernmental Operations (2006 and 2007).
Mr. Tremblay joined the federal public service in 2000 as a policy analyst with the Privy Council Office.
He remains a keen cyclist, jazz enthusiast, and dedicated public servant.