Three Burlington residents to be presented with keys to the city

Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward is set to present three Burlington natives with the keys to the city on April 16.

Sarah Harmer is being recognized by the city for her musical accomplishments and dedication to environmental advocacy.

Harmer has won three JUNO Awards, including the JUNO Humanitarian Award, has been nominated eight times, and has had two Polaris Prize shortlist recognitions.

She co-founded the non-profit Protecting Escarpment Rural Land to safeguard Mount Nemo Plateau, part of a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Chirs McKhool is an internationally celebrated musician and filmmaker who has made significant impacts on Burlington’s arts and culture scene.

McKhool is a four-time JUNO nominee, seven-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner, and two-time Cannes World Film Festival Award-winning director.

Through his creative work, he has been a strong proponent of diversity and inclusion, making Burlington a hub of cultural expression and connection.

Beverly Jacobs is receiving recognition for her extraordinary commitment to volunteerism in Burlington, as she spent 23 years volunteering at Carpenter Hospice.

The city says she has played a vital role in preserving Burlington’s heritage through her 15-year involvement with the Friends of Freeman Station.

Jacobs has participated in the CIBC Run for the Cure for 25 years and the Bright Run for 10 years to support local health initiatives.

The event is free to the public and is scheduled to happen at 7 p.m. at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre.

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