Deadpool will never have to worry about paying for a pass to Kits pool ever again.

Ryan Reynolds, the Vancouverite who famously plays an anti-hero , was honoured as a hometown hero on Thursday, getting bestowed the Freedom of the City award from Vancouver City Council for his extensive work as a philanthropist and cultural ambassador. He received it in a private ceremony.

“Today we celebrated one of Vancouver’s own whose hometown pride has taken our city’s name around the world,” said Mayor Ken Sim. “Ryan Reynolds isn’t just a movie star, he’s a proud Vancouverite who never forgets where he came from and always finds ways to give back. Awarding him the Freedom of the City is our way of saying a heartfelt ‘thank you’ for everything he’s done for our community.”

The award, which dates b

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