In-person Community Arts & Culture

A Conversation with Peter Mansbridge

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Horowitz Theatre
Selected as a Taproot pick
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Organized by: Edmonton Public Library
Sept.
9

During this moderated discussion, Peter Mansbridge will share his thoughts on the state of journalism, Canadian politics, intellectual freedom, and his illustrious career.

Peter Mansbridge is one of Canada's most respected and recognizable figures. For five decades, including his 29 years as the anchor of CBC's The National, he has guided us through the political, economic, and cultural events that have shaped the country. Through a unique lens of journalistic expertise, Mansbridge offers us guidance on how to cultivate trust, take pride in our heritage, and navigate leadership through times of upheaval.

About Peter Mansbridge

Peter Mansbridge served as the chief correspondent of CBC News, helmed its flagship show The National, anchored all CBC News specials, and hosted the intelligent interview show Mansbridge: One on One. For his work, Mansbridge has received over a dozen national awards for broadcast excellence.

Mansbridge has been a Fellow at Yale, has lectured at Oxford, was named Chancellor of Mount Allison University, and is a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. He was named an Officer of the Order of Canada for his "contributions to broadcasting, for his commitment to helping Canadians better understand their country and the world, and for his dedication to literacy and Canada's youth." His book Mansbridge: One on One was a national bestseller and his most recent book is How Canada Works.

Tickets are available on Tuesday, July 29 for $25 each


Horowitz Theatre

8900 114 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 2J7


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