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Capital moved from Newark to York
- When
- 1 February 1796
- Where
- York (now Toronto), new capital of Upper Canada
Upper Canada's capital relocated from Newark to York on 1 February 1796, chosen as less vulnerable to American attack.
On 1 February 1796, the seat of government of Upper Canada was transferred from Newark, now Niagara-on-the-Lake, to York, now Toronto. The move was undertaken because York was judged to be less exposed to attack by the United States. In its new location the Parliament Buildings of Upper Canada occupied the corner of Parliament and Front Streets.
Sources
- Upper Canada Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-20
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