Mélanie Joly’s Growing Influence in Canada (4 of 5)

Personal Life and Relationships

It’s fairly common for politicians to have spouses who work as public servants, lawyers, or academics. Joly’s husband, however, has taken a more colorful path. Since 2021, she has been married to a man of immense artistic talent, Félix Marzell, a violin maker who also designs furniture meant for public spaces and interactive art that is meant to be touched, climbed on, and played with.

Net Worth and Lifestyle

A career in law and politics has provided Joly with an estimated net worth of $5 million. Her MP salary and investments serve as her primary sources of income. She and Marzell live in the Montreal neighborhood of Le Plateau, which is regarded as the cultural and creative heartbeat of the city. Joly enjoys hiking and spending time in nature and spends her summers relaxing at her family’s rustic cottage, which she affectionately refers to as “the shack.” She is also the author of the book “Changing the Rules of the Game,” where she offers her thoughts on issues relating to public policy and civil engagement.