joannie rochette (born january 13, 1986 in montreal, quebec) is a french-canadian figure skater and six time canadian champion who is known for her powerful, dynamic and musical skating abilities that she has gained through years of experience. according to postmedia network inc. newspaper rochette has been able to succeed in her skating career while maintaining a healthy diet, exercising, always being hydrated and training hard as she is serious about being healthy under duress.