Best Diversity & Inclusion Speakers in Canada

Elevate your event with top Diversity & Inclusion Speakers from Speakers Canada. Our Canadian Diversity & Inclusion Keynote Speakers, experts, and public speakers specialize in creating impactful and inclusive experiences. Discover our diverse roster of Diversity and Inclusion Speakers who are ready to inspire, educate, and engage your audience. Explore Canadian Diversity and Inclusion Experts who are committed to making a difference.

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Dr. James Makokis

Dr. James Makokis

Two Spirit Doctor | LGBTQ2S+ | Indigenous | Diversity | Inclusion Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Mental Health
  • Health & Wellness
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Indigenous
  • Personal Growth
  • Leadership
  • Work Life Balance
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
  • Social Justice & Human Rights
  • Healthcare
  • Awareness Days
  • Social & Cultural
  • Inspirational
  • Motivation
  • Health and Safety
  • Lifestyle & Health
Dr. James A. Makokis is a Nehiyô (Plains Cree) Family Physician from the Saddle Lake Cree Nation in northeastern Alberta and the recent winner of...
Valerie Cade

Valerie Cade

Bully Free At Work | Respect | Leadership And Communication Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Organizational Change
  • Transformation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Racial Justice
  • Unconscious Bias
  • Women Of Influence
Valerie Cade is an award-winning speaker, one of North America's top expert in the field of workplace bullying and creating respectful productive...
Massey Whiteknife

Massey Whiteknife

Award Winning Indigenous Entrepreneur & Indigenous Two Spirit Inclusion Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Bullying At Work
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Growth
  • Change Management
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Gender Equality
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Employee Management
Massey Whiteknife is a Two-Spirit Indigenous keynote speaker, entrepreneur, 2SLGBTQ advocate that is on an inclusive mission to bring innovation...
Victoria LaBillois

Victoria LaBillois

First Nation & Indigenous Advocate | Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Women In Business
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Business Leadership
  • Motivation
  • Sales
  • Public Relations
  • Indigenous
  • Economics
  • Marketing & Branding
Victoria LaBillois, a Mi'gmaq entrepreneur from Listuguj, specializes in Indigenous economic development expert, driving regional growth and job...
Angela Sterritt

Angela Sterritt

Award Winning Investigative Journalist | Author | Indigenous Land Back & MMIWG Advocate

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Women's Leadership
  • Women's Rights & #MeToo
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
  • Storytelling
  • Inspirational
  • Social & Cultural
Angela Sterritt is a national bestselling author, and award-winning investigative journalist podcaster & former CBC reporter on Land Back and MMIWG....
Amazing Two Spirit Couple

Amazing Two Spirit Couple

Amazing Race Canada Winners | ED&I, Indigenous & LGBTQ Experts | Two Spirit Advocates

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Mental Health
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Social Justice & Human Rights
  • Celebrity
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
The amazing two spirit couple, winners of the Amazing Race Canada season 7, known for their advocacy with Indigenous and lgtbq2s communities....
Dr. Lynn Gehl

Dr. Lynn Gehl

Indigenous Knowledge Keeper | Treaty Rights | Land Claims | Access & Inclusivity Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Women Of Influence
  • Women's Leadership
  • Disability
  • Reconciliation
  • Indigenous Rights
Dr. Lynn Gehl is an author, advocate, artist, and public speaker. She is one of only two Algonquin in the world with a doctorate in Indigenous...
Anthony Johnson

Anthony Johnson

LGBTQ2S+ | Indigenous Champion | Two Spirit and Diversity Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Mental Health
  • Cultural Diversity
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Employee Management
  • Racial Justice
  • Indigenous
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
Anthony Johnson is a Two-Spirit Keynote Speaker, LGBTQ2S+ Advocate & ED&I Expert. Through his powerful story to bring awareness for LGBTQ &...
Theland Kicknosway

Theland Kicknosway

Indigenous Cultural Speaker | Singer | Drummer And Dancer

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Gender Equality
  • Generational Differences
  • Indigenous
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Neurodiversity
  • Peak Performance
  • Resilience & Change
Theland Kicknosway is an Indigenous youth who uses his voice to spread his message and showcase Indigenous culture. Theland Kicknosway is Potawatami...
Valerie Pringle

Valerie Pringle

Media Journalist | Philanthropist | Mental Health Advocate

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Social Media
  • Public Relations
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Presentation Skills
  • Soft Skills Development
  • Talent Management
  • Positive Psychology
Valerie Pringle is a prominent Canadian broadcaster and advocate, widely recognized for her impactful contributions to both media and society. With a...
Michael Redhead Champagne

Michael Redhead Champagne

Indigenous Advocate | Community Leader | Author | Public Speaker

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Accessibility
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Generational Differences
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership
  • Leadership and Change
Michael Redhead Champagne is an Indigenous advocate, speaker, and author from Winnipeg’s North End, with roots in Shamattawa First Nation. He is...
Jon Cornish

Jon Cornish

Canadian Football Hall of Famer And CFA Charterholder

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Leadership and Change
  • Business Leadership
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Workplace Culture
  • Peak Performance
  • Teamwork
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Athletes & Sports
  • Belonging
Jon Cornish, a Canadian Football Hall of Famer, spent nine legendary years playing for the Calgary Stampeders, amassing impressive accomplishments....
Efe Fruci

Efe Fruci

TEDx Speaker | Career & Confidence Coach | Entrepreneur | Mental Health Activist

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Business Management
  • Business Leadership
  • Women's Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Personal Growth
  • Personal Leadership
  • TED & TEDx
  • Career Development
  • Consultant & Coach
Efe Fruci, a distinguished TEDx Speaker and serial entrepreneur emerges as a seasoned professional career and confidence coach, boasting a wealth of...
Nicole Robertson

Nicole Robertson

Journalist | Producer | Author

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Social Media
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Business Management
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Public Relations
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership and Change
  • Women In Business
Nicole Robertson is an award-winning media specialist and journalist with over three decades of experience promoting Indigenous representation...
Jaylene Tyme

Jaylene Tyme

Indigenous Trans Woman Advocate | Diversity, Inclusion & 2SLGBTQIA+ Empowerment Specialist

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • LGBTQ2S+
  • Indigenous
  • Personal Leadership
  • Storytelling
  • Corporate Entertainers
  • Drag Artist
  • Two-Spirit Advocate
  • Empowerment Expert
Jaylene Tyme is a celebrated Two-Spirit, sober Indigenous trans woman, drag artist, and advocate known for her sophisticated glamour and impactful...
Elise Ahenkorah

Elise Ahenkorah

Award Winning Inclusion & Workplace Culture Strategist | Employee Experience Expert

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Employee Management
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Workplace Culture
Elise Ahenkorah is an award-winning inclusion and workplace culture strategist and speaker. Over 15 years, Elise Ahenkorah has advised 100+...
Karina LeBlanc

Karina LeBlanc

Olympic Bronze Medalist | UNICEF Ambassador | FIFA Legend And Motivational Speaker

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Alliances & Partnerships
  • Business Leadership
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Nutrition & Fitness
  • Transformation
  • Talent Management
  • Health & Human Performance
  • Mindset & Goal Accomplishment
Karina LeBlanc is an Olympic bronze medalist who has the honour of being one of the longest-serving soccer players for Canada. As a retired Canadian...
Hon. Dr. Marion Buller

Hon. Dr. Marion Buller

First Nation & Indigenous Rights Advocate | Civil & Human Rights Lawyer | Retired Judge

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Excellence & Success
  • Gender Equality
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Indigenous
  • Leadership
Judge Marion Buller is a keynote speaker & human rights advocate who helped form the First Nations Courts in BC & the first woman Indigenous judge....
Georges Laraque

Georges Laraque

Community Champion & Role Model | Inspiring Youth Through Sports | Charity And Advocacy

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Change Management
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Disability
  • Racial Justice
  • Unconscious Bias
  • Personal Growth
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Happiness & Positivity
Georges Laraque as the first black hockey player from French Canada to play in the National Hockey League, Georges Laraque had to fight for his place...
Janice Makokis

Janice Makokis

Indigenous Rights Advocate | Legal Scholar & Consultant

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Racial Justice
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Generational Differences
  • Women Of Influence
  • Gender Equality
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Public Relations
Janice Makokis is an Indigenous Legal Rights Scholar, Advocate and Consultant. Janice Makokis currently holds a joint position between the Yellowhead...
Dr. Patricia Makokis

Dr. Patricia Makokis

First Nation | Indigenous Expert | Health Advocate

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Excellence & Success
  • Gender Equality
  • Happiness & Positivity
  • HR & Corporate Culture
Dr. Patricia Makokis is an internationally renowned speaker, author, a pioneer for Indigenous education, health & values well known for her...
Karen Craggs Milne

Karen Craggs Milne

Effective Allyship | Anti Oppression | Anti Discrimination | Gender Equality Expert

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Alliances & Partnerships
  • Business Ethics & Values
  • Gender Equality
  • Public Relations
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Racial Justice
  • Unconscious Bias
  • Women's Leadership
Karen Craggs Milne is an Antiracism & Diversity Expert. Karen is a leading global go-to expert for organizations who want to get equality work right....
Leisse Wilcox

Leisse Wilcox

Future Proof Leadership | Award Winning Speaker | 2x Bestselling Author | Cancer Survivor

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • Leadership and Change
  • Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Work Life Balance
  • Stress Management
  • Future proof leadership
  • Employee mental health and well-being
Leisse Wilcox is a high-performance leadership expert, specializing in behavioral change, resilience, and emotional intelligence. Known as "the...
Justin Brien

Justin Brien

Mental Health Expert | Psychological Safety & Emotional Agility Specialist | Author

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Nutrition & Fitness
  • Work Life Balance
  • Mental Health
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
  • PTSD & Trauma
  • Stress Management
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Mindset & Attitude
  • Health & Human Performance
Justin Brien is a mental health awareness expert, passionate transformational life coach and inspirational speaker. His personal experience in...
Jane Enright

Jane Enright

Leadership | Change | Resilience | Positive Mindset & Mental Wellness Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Happiness & Positivity
  • Positive Psychology
  • Transformation
  • Women In Business
  • Women Of Influence
  • Nutrition & Fitness
  • Mindset & Attitude
  • Work Life Balance
  • Health & Human Performance
Jane Enright is a resilience, positivity & mental wellness expert. Jane Enright is an accomplished, humorous, inspiring, and empowering,...
Beverly Priestman

Beverly Priestman

Olympic Gold Medalist | Former Head Coach | Women’s National Soccer Team | Leadership

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • HR & Corporate Culture
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Employee Engagement
  • Bullying At Work
  • Health & Wellness
  • Peak Performance
Beverly Priestman is a keynote speaker, former head coach of the Canadian women's national soccer team, Olympic Gold Medalist & leadership expert. As...
Dr. Kevin Alderson

Dr. Kevin Alderson

Mental Health | Diversity And LGBTQ2 Expert

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Addictions & Substance Abuse
  • Bullying At Work
  • Business & Corporate
  • Business Leadership
  • Business Management
  • Change Management
  • Cultural Diversity
Dr. Kevin Alderson is a dynamic keynote speaker with 30 years experience as psychologist who is a recognized expert in addictions,hypnotherapy and...
Jermaine Aranha

Jermaine Aranha

Leadership | Change & Influence Expert | Trust Advisor | Executive Coaching

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Public Relations
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Transformation
  • Change Management
  • Humour At Workplace
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Gender Equality
  • LGBTQ2S+
Jermaine Aranha, known professionally as Anastarzia Anaquway, is a Bahamian/Canadian drag queen, performer, advocate, & television personality....
Rachel Baptiste

Rachel Baptiste

Business Leadership | Equity Diversity & Inclusion

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • Personal Leadership
  • Talent Management
  • Workplace Culture
  • Trust Relationships
  • Psychological Safety
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Women Of Influence
Rachel Baptiste is a Human-First Culture Strategist, keynote speaker, and executive leadership coach. She is the Founder & CEO of a consulting firm,...
Najib Jutt

Najib Jutt

Political Analyst | Campaign & Brand Strategist | Leadership & Entrepreneurship Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Business & Corporate
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Digital Marketing
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Generational Differences
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
Najib Jutt is a highly experienced consultant, strategist, and expert speaker with over 20 years of experience in management, marketing, and...
Anthony Lue

Anthony Lue

Paralympic Athlete | Disability Inclusion & Accessibility Advocate | Determination

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Leadership and Change
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Disability
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Mental Health
  • Health & Human Performance
  • Motivation
  • Inspirational
Anthony Lue is a disability advocate and, dynamic and engaging motivational keynote speaker with a powerful story of determination, persistence and...
Sophie Jama Malindi

Sophie Jama Malindi

Women Empowerment | Inclusive Leadership Expert

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Women's Leadership
  • Women In Business
  • Women Of Influence
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Psychological Safety
Sophie Jama Malindi is a Women Empowerment Leader. She has broad experience in managing cause-driven programs for global humanitarian organizations....
Juan O'Quinn

Juan O'Quinn

Lawyer | Mental Health & Wellness Specialist | Inclusion & Leadership In Life Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Public Relations
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Influence & Negotiation
  • Accessibility
  • Disability
  • Neurodiversity
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Leadership and Change
  • Mindset & Goal Accomplishment
Juan O'Quinn is a Neurodiversity Inclusion Expert. Juan O'Quinn is living proof that anyone can overcome just about any obstacle to achieve his/her...
Lorelei Higgins Parker

Lorelei Higgins Parker

Indigenous Community Leader & Peacebuilder | Cultural Mediation & Conflict Transformation

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Excellence & Success
  • Indigenous
  • Racial Justice
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Women Of Influence
  • Transformation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Influence & Negotiation
Lorelei Higgins Parker is a Canadian Indigenous Relations Consultant & Cultural Mediator, Positive Peace Activator and Mrs. Unity World Canada. With...
Austin Smeenk

Austin Smeenk

Paralympic Champion| World Record Holder & Inspiring Speaker in Wheelchair Racing

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Resilience & Adversity
  • Resilience & Change
  • Disability
  • Positive Psychology
  • Peak Performance
  • Health & Wellness
  • Health & Human Performance
  • Mindset & Goal Accomplishment
  • Mindset & Attitude
Austin Smeenk is a Canadian Paralympian and elite wheelchair track athlete from Oakville, Ontario. With a lifelong passion for sport, Austin has...
Cowboy Smithx

Cowboy Smithx

Redx Talks Founder | Award Winning Indigenous Filmmaker | First Nation & Indigenous Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Blockchain & Metaverse
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Leadership
  • First Nation, Inuit & Metis
  • Education & Teachers
  • Youth Leadership & Students
Cowboy Smithx is an award-winning filmmaker of Blackfoot from Piikani & Kainai tribes of Southern Alberta, uses his culture as foundation to create....
Ryan Straschnitzki

Ryan Straschnitzki

Humboldt Broncos Survivor | Mental Health And Disability Advocate | Storyteller

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Accessibility
  • Adaptability & Agility
  • Bullying At Work
  • Burnout Prevention
  • Change Management
  • Collaboration
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Disability
Ryan Straschnitzki is a distinguished expert in the fields of disability awareness, adaptive sports, and community inclusivity. His journey from a...
Keren Taylor-Hughes

Keren Taylor-Hughes

Former CEO | Agile Change Advisor & Transformation Expert

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Innovation & Creativity
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Global Business Solutions
  • Public Relations
  • Future of Work
  • Tech Trends
  • Leadership and Change
  • Inter-Generational Workplace
  • Women In Business
Keren Taylor-Hughes is a transformational Leadership Advisor. She is an agile change advisor & business leadership strategist with a passion for...
Lana Whiskeyjack

Lana Whiskeyjack

Multidisciplinary Artist | Educator | Author

Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Indigenous
  • Gender Equality
  • Employee Engagement
  • Leadership
  • Personal Growth
  • Personal Leadership
  • Peak Performance
  • Women's Leadership
  • Resilience & Adversity
Lana Whiskeyjack is a nehiyaw Indigiologist, author, and award winning researcher from Saddle Lake Cree Nation. She is an associate professor in the...
Denise Wozniak

Denise Wozniak

TEDx | Certified World Class Speaking Coach | Resilience | Overcoming Adversity & Trauma

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Speaker Topics

  • Diversity & Inclusion Speakers
  • Accessibility
  • Burnout Prevention
  • Change Management
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Disability
  • Diversity & Inclusion
Denise Wozniak, a Canadian-British powerhouse and TEDx speaker on mental health, is an expert in Positive Psychology, Mental Wellbeing, and...