Oscar-winning filmmaker, screenwriter and activist Sarah Polley received Toronto’s ceremonial key to the city on Saturday.

Mayor Olivia Chow presented Polley with the key in recognition of her “extraordinary contributions to cinema and her unwavering advocacy for Canadian stories and voices,” a release from the City of Toronto said.

Polley, who was born and raised in Toronto, began in the industry as a child actress before becoming a notable filmmaker. She won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 2023 for her film, “Women Talking,” which was based on the same-named novel by Canadian author Miriam Toews. Polley was previously nominated for the same award for her 2006 film, “Away from Her.”

“Polley has received numerous honours, including a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame, app

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