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Peter Thomson

b. 1965

Canadian rally race car driver

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About Peter Thomson

Born 1965. Peter Thomson is a Canadian engineer, rally driver, photographer and the Woodbridge Company.

Peter John Thomson (born 25 April 1965) is a Canadian rally race car driver with Thomson Motorsport, venture capitalist, and a member of the Thomson familythe wealthiest family in Canada. He and his two siblings each hold 10% stakes in The Woodbridge Company, the family's holding company, behind only their cousin, Sherry Brydson (Canada's second richest person and richest woman, as of 2024), who holds a 23.47% stake.

Life and family Thomson is the younger son of the late Kenneth Thomson, 2nd Baron Thomson of Fleet of the Thomson Corporation, and the younger brother of David Thomson, 3rd Baron Thomson of Fleet. Thomson and his wife, Diana, have one child.

He began rally racing in 1986. Races won by Thomson include: 1st in Group N at 2002 STPR Rally 1st at 2002 Silverstone Black Bear Rally Ontario Performance Rally Champions 2003 North American Rally Cup Group N Champions 2003 Ontario National Champions 2005 Canadian National Champions 2005

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Royal St. George's College
Also known as
Peter John Thomson, Hon. Peter John Thomson, Hon. Peter Thomson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter Thomson?

Canadian rally race car driver

When was Peter Thomson born?

Peter Thomson was born on 25 April 1965 in Toronto.

What is Peter Thomson's occupation?

Peter Thomson is an engineer, rally driver, photographer and the Woodbridge Company.

What nationality is Peter Thomson?

Peter Thomson is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Thomson

· Wikidata: Q3376923

· DBpedia: Peter Thomson (racing driver)

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