Canada isn’t only #1 on the ice! As a Canadian-owned company, we’re proud to connect audiences with top Canadian thought leaders who share homegrown insights to help fellow Canucks thrive.
This has been our goal since Speakers Spotlight first launched in 1995 — to bring Canadian voices to Canadian stages and beyond. While we’ve expanded our roster to represent incredible speakers from around the world, we’re proud of our roots and continue to shine a spotlight on Canadian talent whenever we have the chance.
Today, as Canadians face increasingly complex challenges, homegrown solutions have never been more vital. We proudly champion the visionary thought leaders whose bold ideas and distinct Canadian perspectives are not only addressing today’s complexities but transforming how we navigate our collective future together.
Meet some of our extraordinary Canadian thought leaders below and contact us today to bring their true north insights to your next event.
Navigating Political Uncertainty
What do you do when everything you thought you knew suddenly changes? This is the reality that Canadian businesses and industries face in 2025 — our expert speakers offer distinctly Canadian perspectives to guide audiences through our nation’s challenges.
Janice Gross Stein
Founding Director, Munk School of Global Affairs
With remarkable clarity, Professor Janice Gross Stein helps audiences navigate global complexities and understand their real-world implications.
Andrew Coyne
Nationally Syndicated Political Journalist
Andrew Coyne explores the intersection of policy and politics, delivering unparalleled insights on today’s pressing economic and political challenges.
Althia Raj
Award-Winning Journalist
Veteran political journalist Althia Raj reveals Ottawa’s inner workings, translating shifting political dynamics into meaningful insights for her audiences.
Strategic Leadership: The Evolution of Canadian Business
As AI continues to reshape Canadian business, our expert speakers help audiences balance technological advances with human excellence and leverage them for sustainable growth.
Shawn Kanungo
Strategy in a World of Disruption
Shawn Kanungo reveals how organizations can transform disruption into opportunity by strategically harnessing AI capabilities with human boldness.
Leonard Brody
Business and Technology Visionary
Leonard Brody delivers data-driven forecasts on what’s next in technology, the economy, and the future of work, sharing high-impact strategies.
Ron Tite
Purpose-Driven Leadership and Marketing Expert
Ron Tite bridges personal purpose with organizational success to turn employee engagement into remarkable business outcomes.
Leading with Impact: Elevating Performance
As Canadian businesses face unprecedented challenges, visionary leadership has never been more crucial. These thought leaders provide powerful frameworks to strengthen team cohesion, maximize potential, and drive lasting results.
Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa
Physician | Expert in Authentic Leadership and Organizational Wellness
Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa’s neuroscience-driven innovation framework helps audiences cultivate creative mindsets and enhance team performance.
Dr. Ivan Joseph
Award-Winning Performance Coach | Leadership and Cultural Transformation Expert
Dr. Ivan Joseph transforms teams and leaders with proven strategies for self-confidence, high performance, and inclusive excellence.
Tim Arnold
Leadership Development and Teambuilding
Expert
Tim Arnold shows leaders how to harness the power of healthy tension, turning workplace polarities into pathways for innovation and team excellence.
Inspiration and Motivation: Fueling Team Excellence
Help your team stay energized, resilient, and focused through turbulent times. These remarkable Canadians share practical wisdom drawn from their incredible journeys to help audiences keep pushing boundaries, overcoming obstacles, and moving forward.
Chris Hadfield
Astronaut | Business Leader | Tech Entrepreneur | Bestselling Author
Drawing from 21 years in the astronaut corps, Colonel Chris Hadfield empowers audiences to prepare for and meet today’s challenges.
Tessa Virtue
Canadian Figure Skating Icon | Olympic Gold Medalist
Tessa Virtue draws from her experience as a world class athlete to help audiences unlock and empower high performance within themselves and others.
Clara Hughes
Six-Time Olympic Medalist | Mental Health Advocate
Bell Let’s Talk founding spokesperson Clara Hughes candidly shares her journey through depression to inspire audiences to reach their full potential.
Resilience Reimagined: Harnessing Adaptability and Agility
When facing unprecedented change, organizations need science-backed strategies to thrive. These thought leaders deliver cutting-edge frameworks to help Canadian business leaders turn change into competitive advantage while promoting sustainable performance and well-being.
Dr. Shimi Kang
Leading Expert in Change, Leadership, Innovation, and Wellness
Dr. Shimi Kang decodes adaptability, equipping audiences with brain-based strategies to thrive amid constant change and complexity.
Dr. Rumeet Billan
Award-Winning Entrepreneur | Leadership and Culture Expert
Dr. Rumeet Billan shares powerful resilience-building techniques to transform challenge into a catalyst for growth and exceptional performance.
Dr. Susan Biali Haas
Expert in Stress Resilience, Leadership, and Sustainable High Performance
Dr. Susan Biali Haas‘ innovative stress resilience framework empowers audiences to optimize brain health and achieve sustainable excellence.
Decoding Economic and Financial Complexity
Behind every market shift lies opportunity. These financial visionaries deliver critical insights to equip organizations with the foresight needed to best navigate and capitalize on emerging economic trends.
Preet Banerjee
Behavioural Finance Expert
Neuroscientist-turned-finance expert Preet Banerjee simplifies finances, helping audiences make smarter money decisions amid uncertainty.
Todd Hirsch
Navigator of Economic Disruption | Author
Economist Todd Hirsch equips leaders with practical tools to navigate volatility, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainty with confidence.
Amanda Lang
Acclaimed Business Journalist | Host, Taking Stock
Amanda Lang empowers organizations to transform uncertainty into strategic advantage, as she distills complex economic trends into actionable insights.
Science-Based Solutions to Today’s Biggest Challenges
Science offers powerful pathways forward. These renowned science communicators translate fascinating research into actionable insights, demonstrating how science can solve our most pressing problems and offer clarity amongst the noise.
Timothy Caulfield
Professor of Health Law and Science Policy
Having studied the spread of misinformation and “bunk” for a decade, Professor Timothy Caulfield helps audiences combat today’s dangerous information landscape.
Bob McDonald
Host of CBC Radio’s Quirks & Quarks
Renowned science journalist Bob McDonald reveals how existing technologies can solve the climate crisis, offering an optimistic roadmap toward a sustainable future.
Dan Riskin
Biologist | Science Journalist | Author | TV Host
Whether it’s AI, teambuilding, or the climate crisis, Dan Riskin shares cutting-edge research to offer unexpected solutions to some of today’s most challenging issues.
Moving True Reconciliation Forward
The path towards true reconciliation begins with acknowledging hard truths and demands concrete action. These respected Indigenous leaders share vital perspectives on transforming awareness into meaningful change in order to build a just future for all rooted in understanding and respect.
The Hon. Jody Wilson-Raybould
First Nations Leader | Former MP and Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould reveals how to move from performative reconciliation to impactful action, and breakdown barriers to advance true reconciliation.
Tanya Talaga
Award-Winning Journalist | Author of Seven Fallen Feathers and The Knowing
Tanya Talaga weaves Indigenous knowledge with stark colonial realities, offering transformative perspectives on reconciliation and environmental stewardship.
Connie Walker
Pulitzer Prize and Peabody Award-Winning Indigenous Journalist
Connie Walker‘s groundbreaking work reveals silenced Indigenous experiences. She illustrates why establishing truth is the foundation for meaningful reconciliation.
Elevate Your Event: Masters of Ceremony and Comedy
The difference between a forgettable event and an unforgettable experience often comes down to the host. These dynamic performers bring professional polish, quick wit, and audience engagement that transforms every event into an extraordinary memory.
James Cunningham
Corporate Comedian | Emcee | Television Personality
James Cunningham has proven, time and again, that he is one of the most skilled corporate emcees and comedians in the world.
Jessica Holmes
Celebrated Comedian | Author | Mental Health Advocate
Jessica Holmes’ unique knack for impersonating celebrities plus her tailored comedic performances guarantee an unforgettable event.
Andrew Phung
Award-Winning Actor and Star, CBC’s Kim’s Convenience | Comedian and Improviser
A versatile host, Andrew Phung brings his off-the-cuff comedic charm and boundless enthusiasm to every engagement.
Canadian Voices for Canadian Challenges
Proudly Canadian-owned, we’ve got the homegrown expertise you need. Contact us for more information and to book a Canadian keynote speaker for your next event.
