Michael Landsberg
Top Rated Mental Health Speaker;
Founder of #SickNotWeak
About Michael Landsberg
Michael Landsberg is a Canadian mental health speaker known for his authenticity who helps companies and organizations have more open conversations about depression, resilience, stigma and workplace well-being.
In his heartfelt presentations, he shows how the road to healing begins with an honest, non-judgemental conversation, and, that talking about mental health saves lives.
Michael Landsberg's Expertise
- Adaptability & Agility
- Burnout Prevention
- Employee Health & Wellness
- Highly Motivational
- Impostor Syndrome
- Performance & Productivity
- Resiliency
- Strategic Thinking
- Work Life Balance
- Workplace Culture
- Talent Retention & Management
Michael Landsberg's Bio
Former Off the Record & TSN host Michael Landsberg is a charismatic icon of the Canadian sports community. He’s also one of the country’s most vocal mental health advocates and is the founder of the #SickNotWeak non-profit organization - dedicated to eradicating stigma and building community. In his presentations, he shows how the road to healing begins with honest, non-judgemental conversation.
Michael Landsberg is also an ambassador for Bell Let’s Talk, an initiative raising awareness about mental health, and the founder of #SickNotWeak, a charity that reframes mental illness as a health issue, rather than a character flaw. The foundation serves as both a resource and community for people living with mental illness and those who wish to support their loved ones.
Landsberg has talked about his own struggle with depression for decades. Today, his mission is to dispell the myths and assumptions surrounding mental health, to offer hope and encouragement, and to share his messages to audiences all over the world. +
In his 2013 documentary, Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports, and Me, Landsberg opened up about his own struggles with mental illness, as well as interviewing famous guests about their own battles. Darkness and Hope was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award, and Landsberg was personally honored with the organization’s Humanitarian Award. The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health also named Landsberg one of its Champions of Mental Health. He went on to join the Bell Let’s Talk mental health initiative and continues to be an ambassador for the campaign. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Landsberg has extended his efforts with #SickNotWeak to create Isolation Nation: a digital program dedicated to mitigating the dangerous effects of social isolation on mental health.
One of the best-known personalities in Canadian broadcasting, Landsberg had been with TSN since the network’s inception in 1984. He hosted the highly acclaimed Off the Record from its debut in 1997 to its finale in 2015 and was the co-host of TSN’s First Up until 2021. Twice nominated for the Gemini Award for Best Host or Interviewer in a Sports Program or Sportscast, Landsberg was the Whistler Host for Olympic Daytime on CTV during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. During the London 2012 Olympic Games, he anchored TSN’s Olympic Daytime. --
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Michael Landsberg's Presentation Topics
Michael Landsberg travels from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He offers several different mental health presentation formats including keynote presentations, fireside chats or moderated Q&A.
Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports, and Me
Michael Landsberg was the charismatic and outspoken host of TSN's Off the Record—and from watching his show, you'd never guess that he has been battling mental illness and depression for most of his life. Lifting the stigma from this topic, Landsberg delivers a powerful and personal keynote on the dangerously misunderstood issues of depression and mental health. Depression can affect even the most successful of athletes—from Clara Hughes, one of the great amateur athletes in Canada, to four-time World Series winner Darryl Strawberry. Landsberg shares the story of his own battle with mental illness, as well as the unexplored stories of some of the world's most recognizable sports figures, to show us that recovery, strength and hope are possible in some of our darkest times.
Workshop & Interactive:
Off the Record Live and Customized for Your Audience
Take the host of one of the most interesting and innovative shows ever produced in Canada. Add in your choice of audience members. Toss in some interesting questions and provocative issues, and what do you have? A session sure to create a buzz and be remembered with fondness long after your conference is over. In his live, customized version of his hit show, Off The Record, Michael Landsberg uses his skills as an interviewer and moderator to get a hand-picked group of your attendees on stage to discuss events of the day. Like only he can, Michael keeps things moving, injects a large dose of humour, and makes sure everyone—but especially, the audience—has a great time. Off the Record Live can be pure entertainment, or an innovative way to get across key messages and themes. You decide, and Michael can make it happen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Michael Landsberg
What does Michael Landsberg speak about? +
Michael Landsberg speaks about mental health, depression, resilience, stigma, healing and workplace well-being --
Why book Michael Landsberg as a mental health speaker? +
Michael Landsberg combines lived experience, media credibility and advocacy work to create a keynote that is personal, authentic and highly relevant. He is simply one of the best mental health speakers you and your attendees will ever experience. Yes. He's THAT good! Note the testimonial from Aecon, below.
In addition, Michael Landsberg is wdiely considered a subject matter expert (SME) on the topics he speaks on. With many years of professional experience and in addressing a wide range of industries, and, as a Canadian keynote speaker for conferences, conventions, corporate events, corporate retreats and AGMs, his talks help foster the expected outcomes and the organizational goals.
Clients choose corporate keynote speakers in Canada based on reputation, experience, oratorical skills, credibility, content, relevance, and practical application as well as budget. This process allows for informed booking decisions. --
Is Michael Landsberg a good fit for HR, & leadership conferences? +
Yes! Michael Landsberg is a strong fit for HR, wellness, safety, resiliency, leadership and work place culture events focused on mental health awareness and support. --
How do I contact Michael Landsberg to check his date availability and begin the booking process for events in Canada and the USA? +
Michael Landsberg is contacted through K&M Productions Speakers & Shows to confirm his speaking schedule, availabilities, fees and event details. Event planners and meeting planners typically schedule a pre-event call to clarify format, objectives, and expectations. The tranparent booking process starts once the event requirements are sorted and confirmed via written confirmation. The contract-agreement is then issued on behalf of the speaker. --.
How much does it cost to book Michael Landsberg as a keynote speaker in Canada? +
Michael Landsberg's keynote speaker fees depend on event type, audience size, format, and location. The cost to book a keynote speaker in Canada varies depending on research and preparation, as well as topic customization and personalzation for the target audience. There is a fee range link on most speaker pages on our website. Corporate keynote speakers in Canada represented by K&M Productions Speakers & Shows confirm fees through our agency by written agreement. Final pricing reflects agreed-upon detals and execution of the contract terms. --
Is Michael Landsberg represented by a speaker's bureau in Canada and how is the contract handled? +
Michael Landsberg is represented by K&M Productions Speakers & Shows Canada who coordinate bookings and handle the contract-agreement with the client. Keynote speakers in Canada often work through a bureau to take care of their contracts and payments while they look after the creative and content aspects of their topics and presentations. Bureau representation ensures consistent communication between the client and the speaker as well as an "insurance policy" for your conference in the unlikely occurrance of speaker illness or cancellation. --
What Clients are Saying About Michael Landsberg
Unbelievably fantastic! We booked him for 3 events - he was THAT good.
–Aecon (booked by K&M Productions)
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Unbelievably fantastic! We booked him for 3 events - he was THAT good.
–Aecon (booked by K&M Productions)
Michael hit it out of the park!
–MISA Ontario (Municipal Information Systems Assoc.)(booked by K&M Productions)