Adam Wilson
Sir Adam Wilson QC (September 22, 1814 – December 28, 1891) was a lawyer, judge and political figure in Canada West. He served as mayor of Toronto in 1859 and 1860 and in the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada for York North from 1860 to 1863. After his political career, he served as a judge and was named Chief Justice of the Court of Queen's Bench. At the time of his retirement, he was the longest-serving judge in Ontario and was subsequently knighted.
Sir Adam Wilson | |
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| Solicitor General of Upper Canada | |
| In office May 1862 – 1863 | |
| Legislative Member for York North | |
| In office 1860 – May 1863 | |
| 15th Mayor of Toronto | |
| In office 1859–1860 | |
| Preceded by | David Breakenridge Read |
| Succeeded by | John George Bowes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 22, 1814 Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Died | December 28, 1891 (aged 77) Toronto, Ontario |
| Spouse | Emma Dalton |
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