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Xav Trudeau to perform at Ottawa Blackjacks’ home opener
A Trudeau will be taking the floor in Ottawa on Tuesday, but not for politics.
Xav Trudeau, the R&B artist and son of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, will perform at the home opener for the Ottawa Blackjacks.
The BlackJacks will kick off their seventh season in the Canadian Elite Basketball League on Tuesday when they face the Calgary Surge at Ottawa’s TD Place.
The 18-year-old Trudeau, who will perform at halftime, teased the appearance in a social media post on Monday accompanied by his father.
In the video, Justin Trudeau says he’s “just a proud dad at soundcheck” before passing a basketball to Xav, who misses a half-court shot attempt.
Xav Trudeau launched his music career last year with his brooding debut single, “Til The Nights Done.”
He followed that up with an EP, “When Does It End?” and several more tracks, including “The Dive” and “Don’t Break My Fall.”
He is currently signed to Ottawa-based label Pathway Music Group.
The tip-off for Tuesday’s CEBL game is at 7:30 pm ET.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 12, 2026.
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