Freedom of the City
Freedom of the City
Freedom of the City is an honour bestowed by the City of Port Alberni and other municipalities across Canada and in countries such as France, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom. In Port Alberni, Freedom of the Municipality is the highest honor that Council can bestow on an individual, and is reflective of exceptional merit and contribution.
Freedom of the City of Port Alberni has been bestowed upon the following distinguished individuals:
| YEAR | DATE | NAME |
| 2011 | November 28 | Kenn Whiteman |
| 2011 | November 28 | Ken McRae |
| 2004 | November 12 | Donna Brett |
| 2002 | February 22 | Gillian Trumper |
| 2001 | January 29 | Hugh Anderson |
| 1999 | December 6 | Dr. Garnet Reynolds |
| 1999 | December 6 | Clifford Coulson |
| 1987 | November 23 | F. J. Sawyer |
| 1978 | December 4 | Mayor E.L. Hammer |
| 1974 | January 7 | Mayor F.A. Bishop |
| 1967 | October 26 | Lt. Governor G.R. Pearkes |
| 1964 | January 1 | Mayor L.K. Jordan |
| 1959 | May 11 | Mayor W.C. Hamilton |