The Honourable Edward Blake

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2009, at 10:30 a.m.

Location: Chapel of St. James-the-Less, 635 Parliament Street, Toronto

Directions: St. James Cemetery is located on the east side of Parliament Street, just north of Wellesley Street. The chapel is located inside the cemetery and is visible from the main driveway. Visit this gravesite

Bio: Born in 1833 near Strathroy, Edward Blake was the second premier of Ontario. As a prominent lawyer, he was the foremost expert on the constitution following Confederation. He was elected simultaneously to the House of Commons and the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. In 1871, he became premier of the province and accomplished much during his short term in office. In 1872, Blake decided to focus on federal politics. He died in Toronto on March 1, 1912.