#1 Bestselling Author, Crossroads | Inspiring Community Leader | Health & Mental Wellness Advocate
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About This Speaker: Dr. Kaleb Dahlgren
Dr. Kaleb Dahlgren is one of Canada’s most profound and inspiring voices on resilience, leadership, and high-performance health. His remarkable journey from adversity to purpose is recognized at the national level; in 2025, Kaleb Dahlgren was awarded the prestigious King Charles III’s Coronation Medal for his significant contributions to Canada. As a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos tragedy and a Doctor of Chiropractic, he offers organizations a rare and powerful perspective on transforming trauma, building an unconquerable mindset, and achieving peak performance against all odds.
Resilience is a principle Kaleb Dahlgren has embodied his entire life. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age four, he refused to let the condition limit his potential, forging a successful elite hockey career through unwavering discipline and commitment. This early challenge laid the foundation for his lifelong dedication to advocacy. In founding Dahlgren’s Diabeauties, he created a vital community that empowers and mentors young athletes with type 1 diabetes. His strength was tested in the most profound way as a survivor of the 2018 bus crash, from which he emerged with severe injuries but an even stronger sense of purpose.
Dr. Kaleb Dahlgren has translated these life-altering experiences into a message of hope and transformation that resonates globally. His memoir, Crossroads, became a #1 National Bestseller, with hockey legend Wayne Gretzky proclaiming it is a book that “will change your life for the better.” His insights are sought by leading media outlets, including CNN, BBC, CBC, and The Players’ Tribune, amplifying his impact to millions. As an international keynote speaker, Kaleb Dahlgren partners with industry leaders such as Google, Rogers, TD, Nestle, the NHL, and the Government of Canada, delivering powerful presentations that inspire lasting change.
Now a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Kaleb Dahlgren brings an even deeper layer of expertise to his work. Specializing in sports medicine with a focus on nutrition, neurology, and concussion management, he provides an evidence-based approach to optimizing health and elevating high-performing individuals. Whether he is delivering a keynote address, mentoring youth, or providing patient care, Kaleb Dahlgren’s mission is clear: to leverage his incredible journey to drive positive change in the lives of others, proving that our greatest challenges can become the source of our greatest strength.
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