CAPS Ottawa

Welcome to the Ottawa Chapter of CAPS, the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers. CAPS is the association for experts who speak professionally. Our members are all professional speakers; speakers, keynoters, trainers, podcasters, facilitators, coaches, and emcees, and it is the perfect association for learning the inside workings of the professional speaking industry.

CAPS Ottawa offers professional development, networking and social activities for its members based on our CAPS Advantage: Learn, Share, Grow, and Belong. From time to time, we also partner with other chapters to facilitate events.

Though based in Ottawa and surrounding area we have many members in other parts of eastern Ontario, including Brockville, Kingston, Gananoque & Perth. If you are an expert who speaks professionally, please connect with us. We would love to share all the benefits and opportunities of being a member of CAPS.

Welcome to the Ottawa Chapter of CAPS, the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers.

Ottawa Chapter Events

Chapter Leadership Team

Carl Richards, CAPS Supplier (headshot)

President
Carl Richards

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Ruth Sirman headshot

Membership
Ruth Sirman

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The CAPS Advantage

CAPS provides the

for Professional Speakers to THRIVE in their careers, businesses and networks.

Our Cornerstone Values

Learn

Develop new skills and strategies to help you differentiate yourself as a speaker, professional, and entrepreneur.

Share

Collaborate, connect, and contribute in meaningful ways alongside peers and professionals, all of whom are here to help you succeed.

Grow

Open the door to a Global Network and experience what it’s like to grow your business alongside some of the best in the speaking world.

Belong

Become part of something special and access support, motivation and connections to help you thrive at every stage of your professional development.