William John Ward

William John Ward (October 25, 1880 – August 18, 1971) was a Canadian politician, farmer, insurance agent, and real estate agent from Dauphin, Manitoba. A member of the Ginger Group, he joined the Progressives in 1921, was a Liberal Progressive from 1926–1935, a Liberal from 1935 to 1957, and an Independent Liberal from 1957 to his death. He represented the Dauphin electoral district in the House of Commons of Canada from 1921–1930, 1935–1945, and 1949–1953.

For the British admiral, see William Ward (Royal Navy officer).

William John Ward
Member of the Canadian Parliament for Dauphin
In office 1921–1930
Preceded by	Robert Cruise
Succeeded by	James Langstaff Bowman
In office 1935–1945
Preceded by	James Langstaff Bowman
Succeeded by	Fred Zaplitny
In office 1949–1953
Preceded by	Fred Zaplitny
Succeeded by	Fred Zaplitny
Personal details
Born	(1880-10-25)October 25, 1880 near Owen Sound, Ontario
Died	August 18, 1971(1971-08-18) (aged 90) Dauphin, Manitoba
Political party	Progressive Party of Canada Liberal Progressive Liberal Independent Liberal

Sources

• William John Ward – Parliament of Canada biography