SPEAKER
Sandra Laronde is an inspirational speaker and guest lecturer
SPEAKER
Keynote Speaker | Thought Leader | Cultural Visionary
Sandra Laronde is a sought-after keynote speaker who brings bold ideas, compelling stories, and Indigenous worldviews to the stage. Known for her ability to move and inspire, she speaks to audiences ranging from national corporations to international cultural forums.
Most recently, Sandra delivered a keynote for all employees at Scotiabank across Canada, demonstrating her ability to engage large-scale audiences with relevance, heart, and vision. She has also spoken at leading arts and business summits, global festivals, and some of the world’s most respected universities.
Speaking Topics
Sandra’s keynotes and lectures often explore:
- Indigenous arts, culture, and cultural resurgence
- Storytelling as a way of knowing and transformation
- Creativity, leadership, systems change, and resilience
- Truth, reconciliation, and pathways to a better future
- The power of storytelling and performance to inspire change
Selected Highlights
- Corporate keynote: Scotiabank (2025) – all employees, nationwide
- Major cultural summits: Canadian Arts Summit, Business for the Arts, Banff Centre, Luminato Festival, International Society for the Performing Arts, Jacob’s Pillow, ASSITEJ World Congress
- Academic institutions: Yale University, Columbia University, University of Toronto, University of New Mexico, Beijing’s Minzu University, National University of Mongolia, Haskell Indian Nations University
- Community engagements: Branksome Hall, Temiskaming District Secondary School, Blackfoot Arts Awards
Book Sandra
Sandra is available for keynote addresses, corporate talks, guest lectures, and special events.
416-697-9969