Peter Silverman

Journalist

Birthday July 5, 1931

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Toronto, Canada

DEATH DATE Oct 7, 2021 (90)

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About

Broadcast journalist, author and radio show host known for his career that spanned decades. He wrote two books on child protection and the child welfare system in Canada, as well as the host of The Peter Silverman Show. He held a PhD in History from the University of Toronto. His work was also published in Globe & Mail. He also worked in the UK from 1953-1968, serving at The Institute on Race Relations. 

Before Fame

His career began in 1974 as a journalist for the Globe Television Network. 

Trivia

He was the host of Silverman Helps, a consumer advocacy show. 

Family Life

He was based in Toronto. 

Associated With

Elizabeth II presented him with The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his volunteer work with NGOs.