Ontario general election, 1902
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The Ontario general election, 1902 was the tenth general election held in the Province of Ontario, Canada. It was held on May 29, 1902, to elect the 98 Members of the Legislative Assembly ("MLAs").
The Ontario Liberal Party, led by Sir George William Ross, formed the government for a ninth consecutive term, although with only a very slim, two-seat majority in the Legislature.
The Ontario Conservative Party, led by Sir James P. Whitney formed the official opposition.
[edit] Results
Party | Leader | 1898 | Elected | % change | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Liberal | George William Ross | 51 | 50 | -2.0% | |
Conservative | James P. Whitney | 42 | 48 | +14.3% | |
Total Seats | 94 | 98 | +4.3% |
Preceded by 1898 election |
List of Ontario general elections | Succeeded by 1905 election |