Award-winning Journalist | Former Chief Correspondent for CBC News & Anchor of The National
Book this speaker: Peter Mansbridge
About This Speaker: Peter Mansbridge
Book Peter Mansbridge for a keynote, fireside chat, or as a skilled moderator/host. Peter is an award-winning journalist and former anchor of CBC’s The National. He brings clear, trusted insight to leadership, media, and Canada’s evolving story. Drawing on decades of front-row reporting and thousands of interviews with global leaders, Peter helps audiences make sense of complex issues with calm authority. Whether you’re planning a national conference, association meeting, or executive retreat, he customizes each program to your audience and goals. Check availability and fees using the form below.
About Peter Mansbridge
Peter Mansbridge is one of Canada’s most trusted journalists. Known for his 30-year tenure as chief correspondent of CBC News and anchor of The National. Over a five-decade career he reported from the front lines of world-shaping moments. From the fall of the Berlin Wall to September 11, Peter has guided Canadians through national milestones. This includes 13 Olympic Games and many of the country’s most watched civic ceremonies. Additionally, Peter is an Officer of the Order of Canada and a multiple national award winner. Not to mention, he has interviewed thousands of leaders across politics, business, science, and culture, earning a reputation for clarity, calm, and incisive questions.
Today, Peter shares those lessons on stage as a keynote speaker and moderator/host. As a result, he’s known for translating complex issues—trust, leadership, media literacy, and Canada’s future—into practical takeaways for executive teams, associations, and public audiences. Moreover, he’s known for careful preparation, relatable storytelling, and Q&A that draws out real insight.
Beyond the stage, Peter hosts The Bridge podcast. He also develops documentaries, and writes bestselling books, including Off the Record, Extraordinary Canadians, and One on One: Favourite Conversations and the Stories Behind Them. Whether you book Peter Mansbridge to deliver a keynote, lead a fireside chat, or moderate a high-stakes panel, he tailors each program to your audience, goals, and format.
Additionally, Peter Mansbridge likes to dabble in new and exciting projects. Most recently, you may have heard his voice used as co-anchor “Peter Moosebridge” in Disney’s 2016 animated film, Zootopia.
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