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Céline Galipeau

Céline Galipeau is a Canadian journalist and television news anchor best known for her long career with Radio-Canada and as anchor of *Le Téléjournal*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Céline Galipeau (born March 11, 1957) is a Canadian journalist and television news anchor. She is best known for her long career with Radio-Canada, where she became the first woman to serve as the weekday late-evening anchor of *Le Téléjournal*. Galipeau has also been recognized for her international reporting.

Early life and education

Céline Galipeau was born in Longueuil, Quebec, in 1957. She studied political science and sociology at McGill University and also pursued studies in the Middle East, including in Birzeit and Amman.

Journalism career

Galipeau began her journalism career in 1983 and joined Radio-Canada the following year. Her career included assignments as a foreign correspondent in several major international postings, including London, Paris, Moscow, Beijing, and Afghanistan. She covered major conflicts and international events such as Kosovo, Chechnya, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Anchor of *Le Téléjournal*

Galipeau became the weekend anchor of *Le Téléjournal* in 2003 and the weekday anchor in 2009. Her appointment marked a milestone as the first woman to hold the late-evening chief anchor role on the network.

Recognition and honours

Her work has been recognized with awards and honours from Quebec and Canada. These include appointment as an Officer of the Ordre national du Québec and an Officer of the Order of Canada.

Key facts

  • Began journalism career in 1983 and joined Radio-Canada in 1984.
  • Worked as an international correspondent in London, Paris, Moscow, Beijing, and Afghanistan.
  • Hosted weekend edition of *Le Téléjournal* before becoming weekday anchor in 2009.
  • First woman to serve as chief anchor of Radio-Canada’s late-evening newscast.
  • Received honours including Ordre national du Québec and Order of Canada.
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Canadian context

She is a prominent Quebec and Canadian broadcast journalist, and her career is closely tied to Radio-Canada, one of Canada’s major public broadcasters.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Céline Galipeau?
She is a Canadian journalist and television news anchor best known for anchoring Radio-Canada’s *Le Téléjournal*.
When was Céline Galipeau born?
She was born on March 11, 1957, in Longueuil, Quebec.
What is Céline Galipeau known for?
She is known for her long career as a Radio-Canada journalist, especially her work as a foreign correspondent and as anchor of *Le Téléjournal*.
Was Céline Galipeau the first woman in her role?
Yes. She is recognized as the first woman to become chief anchor of Radio-Canada’s late-evening newscast.
What honours has Céline Galipeau received?
She has received honours including the Ordre national du Québec and the Order of Canada.

References

  1. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/C%C3%A9line_Galipeau
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, nationality, and overview of her career at Radio-Canada.
  2. CORIM — https://www.corim.qc.ca/fr/biographie/937/Celine_Galipeau
    Supports: Career timeline, foreign correspondent postings, and major reporting assignments.
  3. Radio-Canada — https://ici.radio-canada.ca/tele/le-telejournal-avec-celine-galipeau/site/credits/1/celine-galipeau
    Supports: Role as first female chief anchor, career at Radio-Canada, and honours.
  4. Ordre national du Québec — https://www.ordre-national.gouv.qc.ca/membres/membre.asp?id=2531
    Supports: Birth details, education, career summary, and Quebec honours.
  5. Governor General of Canada — https://gg.ca/fr/distinctions/recipiendaires/146-15654
    Supports: Appointment to the Order of Canada and summary of her contributions to Canadian journalism.
  6. University of Ottawa — https://uottawa.ca/about-us/president/honorary-doctorates/galipeau-celine
    Supports: Career milestones, including Radio-Canada hosting roles and recognition as first female news anchor.