Speakers Bureau of Canada's Services

General Knowledge & Services

• Our services are free to the host organization with no additional costs, hidden fees, or commissions

• Speakers charge the same fee whether booked directly or through the bureau. Our relationships support experience, access, and value

• Once we book a speaker, we take a small commission the speaker’s end, not the organization

• Speakers share a portion of their fee because we manage the booking process, negotiate terms, and secure events they otherwise woudl not get

• We curate our roster based on topics, market trends and the needs of organizations we work with

• Our hiring process assesses each speaker’s background, expertise, authenticity, professionalism, speaking ability, career and their current rates

• They must also align with our values, ethics, meet our standards, and have strong referrals

• Once hired, they are continuously monitored for their credibility, professionalism and ability to drive impact with each audience

• Each organization and each booking is safeguarded through timely, confidential communications and aligned expectations

• Our agreement defines terms and expectations, while our payment processes centralize administration for clarity and control

• Backup speakers, mediation, and dispute practices protect against cancellations and ensure continuity

• Through rigorous vetting and full logistics coordination, we eliminate risk and guarantee audience impact

Confirmation, Agreement & Payment Support

• We support organizers with coordination, guidance and preparation throughout every step of the decision and booking process

• At no extra cost we offer standard processes that reduce delays, attention to timelines, prepares all details for a successful event

• Our speaker recommendations and quotes are provided with consistent and transparent pricing in advance

• We provide expert guidance with clear comparisons of speaker strengths, costs, and alignment with your objectives

• We coordinate pre decision calls with speakers to assess style, delivery, and overall fit

• We manage communication and track availability to secure holds and manage placeholders across shortlisted speakers

• We assist with fee reductions, negotiations, and recording permissions aligned with requirements and expectations

• We set and manage timelines, coordinating travel, itineraries, promotional schedules, and content discovery meetings

• Our contracting process simplifies procurement and supports repeat engagement with processes that reduces delays

• We ensure all details, terms and logistics are finalized with full transparency to ensure alignment and clarity for all parties

• All or our agreements follow industry standards and protect both the organization and the speaker with flexibility

• Tailored agreements to support corporate, community and government needs and protocols required for each event

• Payments are centralized and administered through our process for control, consistency, and compliance

• Important timelines in place with negotiation support with clear terms and processes with flexibility

• Payment structures, tax considerations, and travel standards are outlined in advance

• Payments are managed and released to speakers on time in accordance with the agreement.