Ottawa – According to media report, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau are separating. They have three kids from a marriage that lasted for 18 years. Trudeau said on Instagram, after “many meaningful and difficult conversations” they have “made the decision to separate. As always, we remain a close family with deep love and respect for each other and for everything we have built and will continue to build.” The post was also shared by Sophie’s account. PMO spokesperson Alison Murphy in the statement confirmed: “They have worked to ensure that all legal and ethical steps with regards to their decision to separate have been taken, and will continue to do so moving forward,” adding the two are “focused on raising their kids in a safe, loving and collaborative environment.” The two were married on May 28, 2005 in Montreal.