James Crawford (Canadian politician)

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James Crawford (1816November 22, 1878) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Brockville in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Conservative member.

He was born in County Cavan, Ireland in 1816, the oldest son of George Crawford, and came to Upper Canada with his family during the 1820s. He served as lieutenant-colonel in the local militia. Crawford was a contractor involved in the construction of several canals on the Saint Lawrence River.

His brother John served as Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario.

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Parliament of Canada
Preceded by
The electoral district was
created by the
British North America Act, 1867.
Member of Parliament for Brockville
1867–1872
Succeeded by
Jacob Dockstader Buell