Born and raised in Côte-des-Neiges, Stephanie Valenzuela is a first-generation Filipino-Canadian. She is a graduate of McGill University with a degree in Political Science and International Development. Stephanie has dedicated her efforts to non-profit organizations and community initiatives at both the international and local levels. Currently, she serves as the city councillor for the district of Darlington in CDN-NDG and holds the position of official opposition spokesperson for environment, women's rights, and gender diversity.