TEDxSurrey 2026 Announces 12 Extraordinary Speakers
The stage is set for TEDxSurrey 2026, returning to the Bell Performing Arts Centre on Saturday, January 24, for a day filled with bold ideas, inspiring talks, and transformative stories.
Now in its eighth year, the event continues its legacy as one of British Columbia’s most acclaimed TEDx experiences, curated by long-time licensee Alan Warburton.
“The last two years have been exceptional for TEDxSurrey,” Warburton said. “Of 24 speakers at our 2024 and 2025 events, 10 were recognized by TED for the outstanding quality of their talks. This reflects the strength of our curation and coaching teams.”
Tickets and Event Details
Early-bird premium tickets go on sale November 1 for $89 (regular price $109), available at tedxsurrey.ca.
The all-day event will feature:
- 12 speakers, each with an 18-minute talk
- Live entertainment
- Complimentary lunch and refreshments
“We anticipate tickets will sell quickly — last year’s event sold out,” Warburton noted.
Meet the 2026 TEDxSurrey Speakers
TEDxSurrey 2026 will feature 12 dynamic voices from diverse fields of science, wellness, leadership, and human experience:
- Dr. Brenda Lau – Dual-fellowship anesthesiologist, pain specialist, and hypnotherapist
- Darren Radford – Purpose-driven strategist and transformation specialist
- Hargun Dhillon – Award-winning UBC student and founder of Age Strong Unity Wellness Society
- Jerry Zheng – Pianist, community builder, and founder of the Grace Notes Initiative
- Jessi Beyer – Best-selling author, crisis mental health clinician, and SWAT team negotiator
- Karina Inkster – Fitness and nutrition coach, five-time author, and 23-year vegan
- Dr. Kim Foster – Former family physician turned author and identity-based wellness expert
- Laura Prather – Human rights attorney and Fulbright Scholar
- Lei Wang – Wharton-trained finance professional turned leadership strategist
- Matthew Jodouin – Mindset coach and founder of transformational programs
- Meghan Neufeld – Nonprofit leader and storyteller reimagining dignity and equity in communities
- Dr. Vanessa Lapointe – Psychologist, parenting educator, and best-selling author helping adults see the world through a child’s eyes
About TEDxSurrey
TEDxSurrey brings together innovators and thought leaders to share “ideas worth spreading.” Over the years, it has earned a reputation for curating talks that resonate well beyond the stage.
With a blend of technology, entertainment, and design, the 2026 edition promises a powerful lineup aimed at sparking curiosity, compassion, and change.
Step into a world of inspiration on January 24, 2026 — because one idea can change everything.
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