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William Peyton Hubbard
Canadian politician (1842–1935) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Peyton Hubbard (January 27, 1842 – April 30, 1935), a Toronto alderman from 1894 to 1914, was a popular and influential politician, nicknamed Cicero for his oratory;[1][2] he was one of the first politicians of African descent elected to office in Canada.
Quick Facts Alderman for Ward 4, Vice-chairman of the Toronto Board of Control ...
William Peyton Hubbard | |
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![]() Portrait of William Peyton Hubbard | |
Alderman for Ward 4 | |
In office 1894 — 1898, 1900 – 1903 | |
Vice-chairman of the Toronto Board of Control | |
In office January 1, 1906 – December 31, 1906 | |
Toronto Board of Control | |
In office 1898, 1901, 1904 – 1908 | |
Alderman for Ward 1 | |
In office January 1, 1913 – December 31, 1913 | |
Personal details | |
Born | January 27, 1842 Toronto, Canada West |
Died | (aged 93) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Spouse | Julia Luckett |
Education | Toronto Normal School |
Occupation | doctor, baker, chauffeur |
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