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Alan Tonks

Canadian politician

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Alan Tonks is a former Canadian politician. He was the Liberal MP for the federal riding of York South—Weston in Toronto from 2000 to 2011, and was the Metro Toronto Chairman from 1987 to 1997.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Toronto wd
Citizenship
Canada wd
Occupation
politician, teacher wd
Political party
Liberal Party of Canada wd
Education
University of Toronto, Upper Canada College, York University, York Memorial Collegiate Institute wd

Positions held wd

  • member of the House of Commons of Canada (14 October 2008 – 1 May 2011)
  • member of the House of Commons of Canada (23 January 2006 – 13 October 2008)
  • member of the House of Commons of Canada (28 June 2004 – 22 January 2006)
  • member of the House of Commons of Canada (27 November 2000 – 27 June 2004)
  • Chairman of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto (1988–1997)
  • mayor (1982–1988)

Questions

When was Alan Tonks born?
Alan Tonks was born on 2 April 1943 in Toronto.
What positions has Alan Tonks held?
Positions held by Alan Tonks include: member of the House of Commons of Canada (2008–2011); member of the House of Commons of Canada (2006–2008); member of the House of Commons of Canada (2004–2006); member of the House of Commons of Canada (2000–2004); Chairman of the Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto (1988–1997).
Where did Alan Tonks study?
Alan Tonks was educated at University of Toronto, Upper Canada College, York University, York Memorial Collegiate Institute.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Alan Tonks · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2830607 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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