Thomas Swinarton

Thomas Swinarton (21 May 1821 – 21 December 1893) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Cardwell in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1867 to 1871 as a Conservative.

Thomas Swinarton
Ontario MPP
In office 1867–1871
Preceded by	Riding established
Succeeded by	George McManus
Constituency	Cardwell
Personal details
Born	(1821-05-21)21 May 1821 County Down, Northern Ireland
Died	21 December 1893(1893-12-21) (aged 72) Bolton, Ontario
Political party	Conservative
Spouse	Eliza Parker ​ (m. 1846)​
Occupation	Businessman

Swinarton came to Upper Canada from County Down, Ireland. He served as reeve of Albion Township for 9 years and lived in Coventry. He was also warden for Peel County in 1881. Swinarton operated a gristmill, carding mill and sawmill, as well as a tannery and general store. He defeated George McManus in 1867 when he was elected in Cardwell.^[1]

Electoral record

v t e 1867 Ontario general election: Cardwell
Party	Candidate	Votes	%
	Conservative	Thomas Swinarton	1,151	52.37
	Liberal	George McManus	1,047	47.63
Total valid votes			2,198	84.96
Eligible voters			2,587
	Conservative pickup new district.
Source: Elections Ontario[2]