Ted-Jan Bloemen
Ted-Jan Bloemen is a Canadian Olympic gold medalist in speed skating who originally hails from the Netherlands. After moving to Canada in his late 20s, he embraced Canadian culture and has become a prominent figure in the sport. Bloemen is known for his thoughtful insights into teamwork and national identity, often highlighting the unique sense of community among Canadians and expressing pride in representing Canada on the world stage.
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Recent news mentions
Ted-Jan Bloemen will be racing for Team Canada’s first gold medal of the Games in men’s 10000m.
Winter Olympics 2026 live updates: Both Canadian curling teams playing U.S., men’s hockey team to face Switzerland
Canada· 2026-02-13
Ted-Jan Bloemen is a decorated Canadian speed skater competing in his last Olympic 5k at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Decorated Canadian speed skater Bloemen battles in last Olympic 5k of his careerCanada· 2026-02-09
Ted-Jan Bloemen was also considered a strong contender for the record.
– Lever i en drøm
Norway· 2026-01-25
Ted-Jan Bloemen reflects on the considerate nature of Canadian culture.
Eight months out from the Milan Olympics, is Canada ready to go to war?Canada· 2025-05-31
