Silken in the Media
As one of Canada's most recognizable Olympians and a well-known motivational speaker, Silken is often asked to comment on current issues by the media. Listed below are links to articles in the media that include comments by Silken.
Jan
16
CTV News interview on Jan 10, 2012 - Silken shares her messages on fighting childhood obesity to a wide varity of audiences from parents, to schools, to government, as well as the important work...read more
Jan
16
“This is a fabulous ride … just the energy and the spirit in this community for cycling is amazing,” said local Olympian and GoodLife Kids Champion Silken Laumann.
By Laura Lavin...read more
Nov
18
St. Robert Catholic Elementary School is helping researchers find better ways to prevent childhood obesity by promoting healthy living. World Champion rower Silken Laumann joined students to...read more
Nov
18
Former world champion rower and Olympic medallist Silken Laumann, joined with students of St. Robert Catholic Elementary School on Thursday morning (Nov. 17) to celebrate their participation in the...read more
Nov
18
In this episode of The Active City, Andy Hourahine, begins a look into children's participation in physical activity with a special Skype interview with national sporting icon and children's...read more
Aug
23
Whether you’re going for gold or trying to stick to a gym routine, a little pep talk never hurts. We talked to some of Canada’s top athletes for advice on staying motivated.
Sport: Rowing...read more
May
28
Silken was proud to be part of the inaugural Ryder Hesjedal's Tour de Victoria, which took place in Victorian on May 28 2011. Silken and her family lead the Community Ride, a family-oriented ride...read more
Dec
07
SILKEN LAUMANN JOINS STEVE NASH AS SUPPORTERS OF MULTISPORT CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION
VANCOUVER - Former Olympic rowing star Silken Laumann of Victoria, one of Canada's most accomplished...read more
Nov
16
This past summer Silken participated in a video shoot in Toronto for this campaign. KidsNowCanada launched the Who's Your Mentor? campaign at a special reception at the Lieutenant Governor of...read more
Oct
30
It wasn't an easy task to come up with just 100 women of influence in B.C., as so many women are accomplishing so many amazing things. But these women, from seven distinct fields, deserve to be...read more
