James East

James East (October 7, 1871 – June 23, 1940) was a politician and labour activist in Alberta, Canada. He was for a time and the longest-serving alderman in Edmonton's history, and was a defeated candidate at the provincial and federal levels. He was also an ardent monetary reformer.

James East
Alderman on the Edmonton City Council
In office
February 16, 1912  October 27, 1914
In office
January 1, 1920  December 9, 1929
In office
November 9, 1932  November 12, 1936
Personal details
BornOctober 7, 1871
Bolton, Ontario
DiedJune 23, 1940(1940-06-23) (aged 68)
Political partyLabour
Other political
affiliations
United People's League, Labour-Farmer
ProfessionProspector
Signature
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