Hannah Thibedeau is a Canadian journalist and communications professional.
She is known for covering Canadian federal politics and major national news stories for more than 20 years.
She worked with CBC for many years and most recently served as a National News Anchor on CBC News Live.
Hannah and her team won a 2023 Canadian Screen Award for live news coverage linked to the Ottawa truck convoy protests in 2022.
Quick Facts of Hannah Thibedeau
| Full Name | Hannah Thibedeau |
| Profession | Journalist (former CBC News anchor and political reporter); Executive Communications Officer at Global Public Affairs |
| Age | Yet to be updated |
| Date of Birth | Yet to be updated |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Yet to be updated |
| Birthplace | Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Current Address | Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
| Gender | Female |
Hannah Thibedeau Early Life and Education
Hannah Thibedeau grew up in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. She has described Yarmouth as a small town.
Education
Hannah studied Political Science at Dalhousie University in Halifax. After graduating, she moved to Ottawa.
In Ottawa, she studied Broadcasting and Television at Algonquin College. She completed the program in 1996.
| School | Yet to be updated |
| Alma Mater | Dalhousie University; Algonquin College |
| Highest Qualification | Graduate |
Hannah Thibedeau Personal Life
Canadian political reporter Hannah Thibedeau is married to Trevor (Trev) Alkins. They were married in early August 2016.
The couple held a surprise wedding in their backyard in Ottawa, surrounded by family and close friends.
Father
Hannah’s father was Herbert “Herb” Larry Thibedeau (July 5, 1948-May 24, 2021). He was from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, and worked as a schoolteacher at South Centennial School. He was the son of Stephen Thibedeau and Helen (Trask) Thibedeau.
He enjoyed local history, taking photos, trivia, and collecting antiques and sports items.
He died at Yarmouth Regional Hospital after a 10-year illness with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP).
Mother
Deb (MacLeod) was her mother. She was a teacher and a salesclerk.
Brother
Hannah also has a brother named Chris. Other details about him are yet to be updated.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Husband | Trevor (Trev) Alkins |
| Children | Yet to be updated |
| Parents | Father: Herbert “Herb” Larry Thibedeau Mother: Deb (MacLeod) |
| Siblings | Brother: Chris |
Hannah Thibedeau Career
Hannah Thibedeau worked in Canadian journalism for about 25 years, including around 15 years at CBC. She joined CBC in 2009. She first worked as a local reporter. She later became a producer for Politics with Don Newman. In 2012, she moved to CBC’s national bureau in Ottawa and focused on federal politics.
Along with Andrew Nichols, she co-hosted the program CBC Newsroom with Andrew Nichols and Hannah herself, with Nichols anchoring from Toronto and Thibedeau anchoring from Ottawa.
She also served as a National News Anchor on CBC News Live. In this role, she anchored breaking news and special live coverage.
During her years covering Parliament Hill, she reported on seven federal elections and on major national events.
Her work on coverage of the 2014 shootings on Parliament Hill and the 2022 Ottawa truck convoy protests, including a live special called Ottawa Occupation.
Thus, she spent 20 years on Parliament Hill.
On April 3, 2024, Global Public Affairs announced that she joined the firm as an Executive Communications Officer, supporting clients with communications, media relations, and public affairs.
Along with her TV work, Hannah has also appeared on political podcasts.
She was featured on the Canadian politics podcast Beyond a Ballot, a weekly news show that releases new episodes on Fridays. The show is hosted by Amanda Alvaro and Rachael Segal.
For example, in an episode published on December 26, 2025, titled “2025 in Canadian Politics with Kathleen Monk & Hannah Thibedeau (Season 3, Episode 11)”, she joined the conversation as a guest with Kathleen, alongside the show’s hosts.
Hannah Thibedeau Awards and Achievements
- 2023 Canadian Screen Award for Best Live News Special for CBC News Network: Breaking News Special, Ottawa Occupation.
- In 2025, Alumna of the Year as part of its Alumni of Distinction Awards.
Hannah Thibedeau Net Worth
Hannah Thibedeau’s exact net worth and annual salary are still to be determined.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Hannah Thibedeau Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Hannah Thibedeau:
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Blue-gray |
Hannah Thibedeau Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn
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| X |  @HannahThibedeau |
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FAQs
Who is Hannah Thibedeau?
Hannah Thibedeau is a Canadian journalist and communications professional. She is known for covering Canadian federal politics and national news, and she later moved into public affairs work.
What did Hannah Thibedeau study?
Hannah Thibedeau studied Political Science at Dalhousie University and later trained in Broadcasting – Television at Algonquin College.
What is Hannah Thibedeau’s father’s name?
Hannah Thibedeau’s father was Herbert “Herb” Larry Thibedeau (1948–2021), a retired schoolteacher from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.
Is Hannah Thibedeau married?
Yes, Hannah Thibedeau is married to Trevor (Trev) Alkins in August 2016.
What awards has she won?
Hannah Thibedeau and her team won a 2023 Canadian Screen Award for a live news special related to the Ottawa Occupation coverage.
