William McCormick (Upper Canada politician)
William McCormick (May 30, 1784 – February 18, 1840) was a businessman, author and political figure in Lower Canada. He represented Essex in the Legislative Assembly of Upper Canada from 1812 to 1824.
He was the son of Alexander McCormick, a fur trader in the Ohio country, and Elizabeth Turner. He moved to
Pelee Island. He also owned a general store in Colchester
. McCormick also served as deputy collector of customs, a magistrate and deputy postmaster. He lobbied for the construction of a lighthouse on Pelee Island and later served as lighthouse keeper. He died on Pelee Island at the age of 55.
References
- Pryke, Kenneth G. (1988). "William McCormick". Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online. Retrieved 2009-02-08.
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