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Mayor Olivia Chow presents key to the city to philanthropist Robert G Kearns
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June 2, 2026
Mayor Olivia Chow presents key to the city to philanthropist Robert G Kearns
On May 28, 2026, Mayor Olivia Chow presented the Key to the City to philanthropist and businessman Robert G. Kearns, during the Canada Ireland Foundation's Bealtaine Theatre Festival. The key recognizes Robert’s contributions to strengthening cultural ties between Canada and Ireland. Robert played a pivotal role as founder of the Canada Ireland Foundation and we are grateful for his leadership.
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