2026 Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals by Speaker Slam

Speaker Slam® presents the 2026 Grand Slam: The Inspirational Speaking Finals. The top speakers from this season's competitions return to the CBC Glenn Gould Studio for one night, each delivering a brand new five-minute speech on the 2026 theme, Catalyst. Eight judges from media, business and publishing name the Inspirational Speaker of the Year, with a prize package worth up to $50,000 on the line. Now in its tenth year, Speaker Slam® is North America's largest inspirational speaking competition. This event sells out every year. Livestream tickets are available for those who cannot attend in person. One speech can change your life.

Event venue

CBC Glenn Gould Studio, 250 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3G5, Canada, Toront

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