The Toronto Star Speakers Bureau provides journalists and other newspaper employees to speak at various organizations’ events throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
To request a speaker, you must meet our requirements.
Use the link below to fill out the online form and someone will contact you in 7-10 business days.
SPEAKERS
REQUIREMENTS
To request a speaker from the Toronto Star Speakers Bureau, your group or organization must meet the following requirements:
Attendance : 50 people minimum
Location : Within the confines of the Greater Toronto Area
Organization : Schools, not-for-profit groups, civic groups
Speech Duration : One (1) hour maximum
Event : We do not participate in fundraisers, forums, panels, symposiums, conferences, or any corporate event
REQUEST PROCEDURE
Please follow these guidelines for requesting a speaker:
Date : Groups must have an exact date and time to request a speaker
Topic : Groups must have a specific topic to which they are requesting a speaker
Time Frame : Groups must allow for at least 3 weeks minimum before event date, up to 3 months in advance
F.A.Q.
Q. How long can we reserve a speaker for?
A. Speakers can only be requested for one (1) hour of time.
Q. Can we ask the speaker to speak on a certain topic or does it have to relate to their expertise?
A. Our speakers only speak on areas of their own expertise.
Q. How much notice do you require if I want to book one of your speakers?
A. Please provide at least 3 weeks notice prior to your event.
Q. Is the speaker available only during business hours?
A. Sometimes our volunteers will commit to events outside of business hours, but please understand it is up to the individual.
Q. Is there any way to get a speaker with less than 50 people?
A. Unfortunately at this time, we cannot accommodate groups smaller than 50 people.
REQUEST FORM
To request a speaker, please complete the following form . Alternatively, you can call 416-869-4280 or email speakersbureau@thestar.ca .