Alton C. Parker
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Alton C. Parker CM OMC (July 3, 1907 – February 28, 1989) was a Canadian police officer who became the first black Canadian detective. A native of Windsor, Ontario, he entered the Windsor Police Service in September 1942 as a constable. After a 28-year career and various volunteer positions, he received several honours, including the Order of Canada.
Alton C. Parker was born in Windsor, Ontario, on July 3, 1907, where he remained for the rest of his life.[1] A mechanic by trade, he worked as a foreman at a used car dealership.[2] He was also president of the Central Citizens Association, a group organized to (among other things) employ black people in Windsor's public services. He was the most qualified candidate to enter the police force.[3]