Keynote Speakers in Montreal
Montreal events often need more than a great keynote: they need a speaker who can move between French and English, or at least respect a bilingual room. Several Spoken Artists speakers are based in Quebec and deliver in both languages.
We book keynote speakers for conferences at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, aerospace, AI and gaming industry events, and corporate retreats in the Laurentians and Quebec City. Quebec-based speakers are listed first.
French, English or fully bilingual delivery
Understanding of Quebec business culture
Experience with Montreal's AI, aerospace and creative sectors
A free intro call in the language of your event
Anne Belliveau
Transformation Strategist. Former Chief Experience Officer, Cirque du Soleil
LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael
Canada’s First Female Snowbird Pilot
Jake Karls, Lezlie Karls & Nick Saltarelli
Co-Founders | Rule Breakers | Brand Builders
Dr. Miriam Kirmayer
Clinical Psychologist Focused on Relationships & Workplace Connection
Justin Kingsley
Principal Advisor, Strategy at Office of the Prime Minister of Canada
Jake Karls
Forbes 30 under 30. Cofounder & Chief Rainmaker, Mid-Day Squares
Kara Hardin
Mental health educator and Registered Psychotherapist helping high achievers make work human again
Sandy Brondello
Inaugural Head Coach, Toronto Tempo | WNBA Champion | Olympic Medalist
Jennifer Brace
Futurist on Future of Work, Innovation, and Well-Being
Commander Paul Smith
Decorated Naval Officer | History-Making Commander | Leadership Strategist
Scott Schieman
The sociologist rewriting what work means.
Brad Stulberg
The performance thinker for a chaotic decade.
Mark Shapiro
President & CEO, Toronto Blue Jays
Dr. Karen MacNeill
Peak-Performance Psychologist to Canada’s Olympic Athletes
Derek “Drex” Jancar
Co-Founder, The Remix Project | Chief Executive Officer, October's Very Own (OVO)
Sean Riley
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Dude, DUDE Wipes | Brand Builder | Innovator
Danielle Campo
World-Record Paralympic Athlete Focused on Resilience and High Performance
Alyssa Ages
Author, Journalist & Competitive Strongwoman Speaking on Performance and Mental Strength
Marc Champagne
Speaker · Bestselling Author · Mental Fitness Strategist & Futurist
Ekow Nimako
Visual Artist Exploring Culture, Identity & Collaboration
Melissa Arnot Reid
World-Record Holding Adventurer & Author, "Enough" Climbing Toward a True Self on Mount Everest
Avery Swartz
Tech Educator, Bestselling Author & Founder of Camp Tech
Stacey Allaster
Former CEO, Professional Tennis (USTA) + US Open Tournament Director | Forbes “Most Powerful Woman in Sport”
Dr. Ellen Choi
Organizational Behaviour & Leadership Strategist. Founder, TMU Wellness Lab
Are there keynote speakers based in Montreal?+
Speakers based in or near Montreal on the Spoken Artists roster include Anne Belliveau, LCol (Ret’d) Maryse Carmichael, Jake Karls, Lezlie Karls & Nick Saltarelli, Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, Justin Kingsley. Booking a local speaker usually saves on travel and makes short-notice dates easier.
How much does a keynote speaker cost in Montreal?+
Fees depend on the speaker, date, format and travel. Share your budget and Spoken Artists will shortlist speakers for your Montreal event who fit it, with exact quotes within one business day.
Do speakers travel to Montreal for in-person events?+
Yes. Spoken Artists speakers keynote in Montreal regularly, in person or virtually. Travel is included in a clear all-in quote.
Can I meet the speaker before I book?+
Yes. Every speaker on the Spoken Artists roster offers a free introductory Zoom call so you can test chemistry and tailor the keynote before committing.