Chantal Hebert

Chantal Hebert

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Ottawa, Ontario

National Affairs Journalist | Political Insights | Public Discourse Authority

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Chantal Hebert Biography

Chantal Hebert is a distinguished freelance political columnist whose insightful analysis and commentary span across radio, television, and print media in both French and English. Hebert’s expertise is regularly showcased through her weekly participation on the political panel at Issue on CBC’s The National, as well as on Peter Mansbridge’s Good Talk podcast on Sirius XM. With a keen understanding of Canadian politics, Hebert has become a respected voice in political journalism.

Hebert launched her illustrious career in Toronto in 1975 as a reporter for the regional newsroom of Radio-Canada. She soon advanced to covering Parliament Hill for Radio-Canada radio. Over the years, she has held prestigious roles such as the parliamentary bureau chief for both Le Devoir and La Presse, before becoming a political columnist for the Toronto Star. Her extensive experience and sharp political acumen have made her a trusted commentator in Canadian media.

An alumna of Glendon College at York University, Hebert has continually pursued academic excellence and intellectual growth. She is a Senior Fellow at Massey College, University of Toronto, and holds honorary degrees from a dozen Canadian universities. These accolades reflect her commitment to education and her significant contributions to the field of political journalism.

Throughout her career, Hebert has been recognized with several notable awards and fellowships. She is a recipient of two Asia-Pacific media fellowships in Malaysia and Japan, which broadened her perspective on international issues. In 2005, she was honored with the APEX Public Service Award, and in 2006, she received both the Hy Solomon Award for excellence in journalism and public policy and York University’s Pinnacle Achievement Bryden Alumni Award. These awards highlight her exceptional skills and dedication to her profession.

In 2012, Chantal Hebert’s outstanding contributions to Canadian society were acknowledged with her appointment to the Order of Canada. Her literary work includes her second book, “The Morning After,” which delves into the 1995 Quebec referendum and was published simultaneously in both official languages in 2015. Her peers in the Parliamentary Press Gallery further recognized her long-standing dedication to covering national issues with the Charles Lynch Award in 2019.

Beyond her professional achievements, Chantal Hebert is known for her deep commitment to public service and her passion for educating the public on political matters. Her work not only informs but also engages and provokes thoughtful discourse, cementing her legacy as a pivotal figure in Canadian political journalism.

Chantal Hebert Related Media

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Centre for Constitutional Studies

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Carleton University

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Chantal Hébert - 2021 Carleton University Honorary Degree Recipient
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FactPointVideo

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Andrew Coyne & Chantal Hébert in Heated Argument on "At Issue"
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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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Good Talk -- The Perils of Hinting At Blame

Chantal Hebert Related Content

Book

French Kiss: Stephen Harper's Blind Date with Quebec
French Kiss: Stephen Harper's Blind Date with Quebec
Chantal Hébert’s first book is both a post-mortem of the Canadian federation that died on January 23, 2006, the night of the last federal election, as well as a brilliant examination of our changing political future, one that involves living with Quebec rather than just wooing it.

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The Morning After: The 1995 Quebec Referendum and the Day that Almost Was
The Morning After: The 1995 Quebec Referendum and the Day that Almost Was
A #1 national bestseller, winner of the QWF Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-Fiction, and finalist for the BC National Award for Canadian Non-Fiction and the Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing, The Morning After is a sly, insightful and wonderfully original book from one of Canada's most...

Articles & Magazine Feature

Government support not an easy solution for journalism

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By Chantal Hébert Star Columnist Among the main items of this week’s federal fiscal update, none has drawn reactions as mixed as the announcement of a half-billion-dollar package to be spent over the next five years on helping out Canada’s struggling news industry.
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Canada’s political upheaval is not done yet

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Twitter Email Print Copy article link Save 2018 was a bad year for provincial incumbents in Canada. In Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick, voters fired their premiers after single terms in office. Year-end polls suggest the same fate could await the premiers of Alberta and P.E.I. in 2019.
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Chantal Hebert Topic Presentations

Chantal Hebert Ottawa, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

National Affairs: Politics From Coast to Coast

Politics & Democracy in the Fake News Era

Chantal Hebert Speaking Testimonials

She was absolutely spot on. She was warm and light when we met beforehand and then a compelling speaker at the lecture itself…We couldn’t have been happier. The international audience knew little of the Canadian story but learned so much and in such an engaging way just be hearing her speak of her own experiences. She is so intelligent — which is exactly the kind of speaker academic audiences love.

- International Gender and Language Association

Chantal was fantastic. I said at the end of her talk that I thought people would be talking about her presentation for a long time after and that is what I am hearing from members. Her discussion was intelligent, insightful and resonated with everyone. A few members have said she was the best speaker they have ever heard. So in short, she was a hit.

- Association of Law Officers of the Crown

You provided a high powered and thought-provoking keynote address that got many delegates thinking about the recent federal election and the political landscape in Canada. As professionals working to advance the cause of education in Canada it was very valuable to get your thoughts on where education stood on the political agenda.

- Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education (CCAE)

Chantal was awesome, what a great choice. She really connected well with our physicians and everyone was very impressed with her talk. Her knowledge of the current issues and its relation to health care and physicians was impressive.

- Executive Director, The Ottawa Hospital Academic Medical Organization

She was outstanding and exceeded all expectations. Those fortunate enough to attend this sold-out event were enthralled by her boundless insights and masterful delivery.

- Board Member, Canadian Bar Association

She was absolutely spot on. She was warm and light when we met beforehand and then a compelling speaker at the lecture itself…We couldn’t have been happier. The international audience knew little of the Canadian story but learned so much and in such an engaging way just be hearing her speak of her own experiences. She is so intelligent — which is exactly the kind of speaker academic audiences love.

- International Gender and Language Association

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