Robert Baldwin (1804-1858)

M.P., of "Spadina" Toronto; Joint Premier of the Province of Canada (1842-43)

He and his father are recognized for having introduced the concept of "responsible government," the principle of cabinet rule on which Canadian democracy is based.

Parents (2)

William Warren Baldwin

Judge, Architect, Reformer & 6th Treasurer of the Law Society of Upper Canada

1775-1844

Margaret (Willcocks) Baldwin

Mrs. Margaret Phoebe (Willcocks) Baldwin

1771-1851

Spouse (1)

Augusta (Sullivan) Baldwin

Mrs. Augusta Elizabeth (Sullivan) Baldwin

1810-1836

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