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- ↑ Lewis, Roderick (1968). Centennial Edition of a History of the Electoral Districts, Legislatures and Ministries of the Province of Ontario, 1867–1968 . OCLC 1052682.
- ↑ "Data Explorer". Elections Ontario. 1879. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
