Good speech writing requires an ear for how people speak, an aptitude for research, a way with words, and the ability to understand the speaker intuitively. We have written 100 or more speeches for a range of leaders and executives. Here are some examples.
On the need to revitalize Indigenous languages
“The way forward: Protecting the most vulnerable languages of Turtle Island.” Delivered to the ACFAS Third Symposium on Indigenous Languages, Gatineau, Que., 2019.
On the importance of big data in our futures
“Big Data de Terre: Using Socioeconomic Data to Discover Solutions for Sustainable Living Environments.” Delivered at the Big Data Challenge for High School Students 2018-2019, Toronto.
On leadership in education
“Vision and Leadership: Capturing the Hearts of the School Community.” An address the Chancellor Emeritus of Simon Fraser University to the 2006 Canada’s Outstanding Principals Colloquium at the University of Toronto.
On First Nations business development
“Harnessing the Power of Collaboration: Taking Aboriginal Businesses to the Next Level.” Keynote address to the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business 6th Annual Vancouver Gala Dinner, 2008.
On sustainable development
“Towards Sustainability: Rewriting the Script.” Presented to The World Environment Centre and International Environment Forum North American Roundtable. October 2004, Montreal.
On sustainable cities
“A Sustainable Downtown Eastside: Creating Positive Change Through Dialogue.” Delivered to the Metro Vancouver Future of the Region 2008 Sustainability Summit.