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.