2010 News and Information
Hometown Olympians to Speak at City Hall
18 February 2010Hometown Olympic gold medalist Kyle Hamilton and Paralympic gold medalist Walter Wu are set to speak at City Hall today and tomorrow, respectively, as part of Richmond’s early evening Media Mixer Speaker Series. Fascinating and insightful, the talks will provide a glimpse into the hardships and accomplishments of being world champions and representatives of Canada.
Kyle Hamilton will be talking tonight on his achievement in rowing at the 2008 Olympic Summer Games in Beijing. Hamilton won gold in the men’s eights and has had incredible success at the World Championships in Spain, Italy and Munich. This Richmond champion will be speaking at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers and is one of the many incredible sessions planned throughout the Series.
On February 19, Richmond native Walter Wu will be presenting on his success in swimming as a Paralympic gold medalist and world record holder. Wu has won 14 medals throughout his tenure as a visually impaired swimmer, eight of which have been gold. Recently inducted into the Terry Fox Hall of Fame, Walter will also be speaking at 5:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers.
The Media Mixer Speaker Series will continue throughout the Games and features prominent members of Canada’s Olympic and artistic community. Other speakers include Vancouver 2010 Torch Relays Director Jim Richards on February 22, Richmond Olympic Oval Lead Planner Robert J. Johnston on February 20 and Vancouver 2010 Venues’ Aboriginal Arts Program Project Manager Connie Watts on February 26. All sessions are free and open to the public.
For more information, including a full list of presenters and times, visit www.richmondozone.ca.
