Don Newman

Don Newman

Keynote Speaker: Renowned TV Journalist and Chair of Canada 2020

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Don Newman Biography

His celebrated journalism career spans more than forty years. As Senior Parliamentary Editor of CBC Television News, he anchored live specials and his own national weekly and daily political affairs programs. He also helped launch Canada’s first all- news channel, and reported with The National, and was a foreign correspondent, with CTV and CBC, reporting from Washington, New York and the United Nations. His recently published career memoir “Welcome to the Broadcast” has received critical acclaim. With intelligent insight, wit and behind-the-scenes knowledge, the award-winning, renowned anchor is an engaging communicator, a trusted political commentator and a skilled interviewer. On stage he shares stories about meeting and interviewing the political greats of the last half-century and how different experiences have shaped his views on political leadership, and vision for the country and globe.

Don Newman is a life member of the Canadian Parliamentary Press as well as Canada’s History Society (a long-serving director and now on its Advisory Council), a director of the Canadian Committee of World Press Freedom Day and the Canadian Club of Toronto, and a founder of the Science Media Centre of Canada.

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Don Newman Speaking Topics

Canada 2020 – I Have a Plan

As chair of the Canada 2020 advisory board, Don Newman is at the forefront of the future of our country. His presentations will help raise the level of awareness and debate in Canada about the role of the federal government in key areas of income, health, our environment and innovation.

The Newman Briefing/Welcome to the Broadcast

Don Newman greeted viewers for decades with his famous phrase ‘welcome to the broadcast’. His experience over 40 years in Canadian and international affairs provides perspective on our country’s history and place in the world, and our foundations for the future.

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How much does it cost to book Don Newman for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Don Newman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Don Newman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

Where does Don Newman travel from?

Don Newman generally travels from Ottawa, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Don Newman?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Don Newman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Don Newman for your next private or corporate function.

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Don Newman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Don Newman for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Don Newman generally travels from Ottawa, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are James Miles, Bob Chapman and Gary Vider. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Don Newman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Don Newman Speaking Topics

  • Canada 2020 – I Have a Plan

    As chair of the Canada 2020 advisory board, Don Newman is at the forefront of the future of our country. His presentations will help raise the level of awareness and debate in Canada about the role of the federal government in key areas of income, health, our environment and innovation.

  • The Newman Briefing/Welcome to the Broadcast

    Don Newman greeted viewers for decades with his famous phrase ‘welcome to the broadcast’. His experience over 40 years in Canadian and international affairs provides perspective on our country’s history and place in the world, and our foundations for the future.

  • How do I book Don Newman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Don Newman for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Don Newman, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Don Newman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Don Newman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Don Newman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Don Newman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • Where does Don Newman travel from?

    Don Newman generally travels from Ottawa, Canada and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Don Newman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Don Newman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Don Newman for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Don Newman or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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