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Shachi Kurl

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Decode public opinion and navigate polarization with Shachi Kurl, Canadian public policy and political insights speaker. Shachi works with leaders to understand voter sentiment, policy trends, and cultural shifts, delivering research cited by CBC, The Wall Street Journal, and The Globe and Mail.

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Executive Director of the Angus Reid Institute
Nonpartisan Canadian public opinion researcher and pollster
CBC At Issue panelist and award winning political journalist

Shachi Kurl leads one of North America's most trusted nonpartisan polling organizations, translating raw public opinion data into clear narratives about the issues that define Canadian life. As Executive Director of the Angus Reid Institute, Kurl shapes national conversations on policy, culture, and politics. She appears regularly on CBC's At Issue panel, Canada's most watched political discussion, and her research is cited by The Wall Street Journal, The Globe and Mail, and The National Post. Shachi brings nearly two decades of experience spanning political journalism and public policy research. Her work cuts through partisan noise to reveal what Canadians actually think, and why it matters. She has testified before the House of Commons, offering policymakers evidence-based insight into public sentiment. A former political reporter and Jack Webster Award winner, she understands how to make complex data accessible and actionable for any audience. Audiences leave Shachi's sessions with a sharper ability to read public opinion beyond headlines, practical frameworks for finding consensus during polarized times, and a clearer picture of the cultural and economic forces reshaping Canadian priorities. Her talks ground big claims in real data, giving leaders the tools to make decisions based on evidence rather than assumption. Book Shachi Kurl to give your audience the rare combination of rigorous research and compelling storytelling that drives better decisions.

Why we recommend booking Shachi

Kurl translates nonpartisan polling into strategic foresight, giving leadership teams the evidence base to navigate policy shifts and stakeholder sentiment with confidence. Her work at Angus Reid and regular CBC appearances mean she reads cultural and political currents before they hit mainstream coverage. Ideal for organisations needing to anticipate public reaction or build consensus in polarised environments.

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