About William Ferguson
Lived 1862 – 1936 (aged 73–74). William Ferguson was a Canadian politician.
William Ferguson (March 8, 1862 – October 29, 1936) was a politician in Manitoba, Canada. He served in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba from 1899 to 1903 and 1907–1914, as a member of the Conservative Party.
Ferguson was born in Canada West and came to Manitoba in 1882. He was a farmer and lived in Hamiota during his political career. His biographical entry in the Canadian Parliamentary Guide indicates that he was popular with both sides of the house.
He lost to John Henry McConnell by 398 votes in the 1914 election, and by 347 votes in a 1920 rematch. Ferguson died by suicide in Pincher Creek, Alberta on October 29, 1936.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in William Ferguson's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped William Ferguson's
Frequently asked questions
Who was William Ferguson?
Canadian politician
When was William Ferguson born?
William Ferguson was born on 8 March 1862.
When did William Ferguson die?
William Ferguson died in 1936.
What was William Ferguson's occupation?
William Ferguson was a politician.
What nationality was William Ferguson?
William Ferguson was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Ferguson (Manitoba politician)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Ferguson. https://biography.guide/william-ferguson-politician/
MLA: "William Ferguson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/william-ferguson-politician/.
Chicago: "William Ferguson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/william-ferguson-politician/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:23 UTC