Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, the wife of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has tested positive for coronavirus.
According to the PMO, “Following medical recommendations, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau was tested for COVID-19 today. The test came back positive. Also following medical advice, she will remain in isolation for the time being. She is feeling well, is taking all the recommended precautions and her symptoms remain mild."
The Prime Minister will begin a 14-day isolation, although the PMO's office says that he will not be tested for COVID-19 at this time.
Global News' Vassy Kapelos broke the news Thursday night.
BREAKING: Sophie Trudeau has tested positive for Coronavirus
— Vassy Kapelos (@VassyKapelos) March 13, 2020
The Prime Minister tweeted a late night update on the situation:
I have some additional news to share this evening. Unfortunately, the results of Sophie’s COVID-19 test are positive. Therefore, she will be in quarantine for the time being. Her symptoms remain mild and she is taking care of herself and following the advice of our doctor.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 13, 2020
