May Robinson
Canadian politician
About May Robinson
Lived 1886 – 1973 (aged 86–87).
Ella May Robinson ( Crabbe; 1886 – April 27, 1973) was a Canadian politician and suffragist who was active in municipal politics of Toronto, Ontario. She was one of the first women to serve on the Toronto City Council, serving from 1951 to 1964, and the first woman to serve on the Metro Toronto Council upon its establishment in 1953.
Early life and career
Ella May Crabbe She came to Toronto in 1910 Upon her death, she was described as a friendly and outspoken figure during her time on council, and one of the "best known persons in Toronto public life".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was May Robinson?
Canadian politician (1886–1973)
When was May Robinson born?
May Robinson was born in 1886.
When did May Robinson die?
May Robinson died on 27 April 1973.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). May Robinson. https://biography.guide/may-robinson/
MLA: "May Robinson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/may-robinson/.
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