Key To The City

The Key to the City is presented to esteemed residents or visitors of the City of Windsor in honour of their outstanding civic contributions. The Key symbolizes their open invitation to enter and leave Windsor at their pleasure and confers trust between them and the municipality. Below are the recent community members who received this award from Mayor Drew Dilkens:

2021

Retired radio host Cam Gardiner (1949 – 2021) presented with key to city.

2018

Former University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Alan Wildeman. Recognized during his retirement for his lasting contributions to the University of Windsor and broader Windsor community.

2017

Everett Maracle (1923-2018). Last known member of the Essex Scottish Regiment who stormed the beach in Dieppe, France during WWII.

2016

Commander Michael P. Desmond & the Crew of the USS Detroit (LCS 7) on the occasion of their maiden voyage and visit to Canada on October 24, 2016.

2015

Dennis Solet (1949 – 2016). A courageous Windsor man who was battling cancer.

2015

Lancer Women’s Basketball Team. In recognition for claiming CIS national championship titles in 2015.

2014

Windsor Mayor Eddie Francis receives a key to the city.