Born and raised in Montreal, Sophie completed a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Immunology and a Master of Science in Experimental Medicine at McGill University. She holds a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Medicine from the University of Ottawa and attended a postgraduate externship in pharmacovigilance at Harvard University.

Globe-trotter passionate about community involvement, Sophie was the Canadian representative for the health science sector during a Rotary Exchange Program. She visited many hospitals and research centers in Rwanda and Gabon to discuss best public policy practices with the senior leaders of these two countries. Sophie sat on the Board of Director of various non-profit organisations in the sectors of education and community outreach and has been involved in numerous initiatives promoting women in STEM. As a second dan black belt martial art instructor, she founded a self-defence course for women in vulnerable situations. But most importantly, she is the devoted mother of two who hopes to leave a positive legacy for the next generation.