An Act to incorporate the City of Montreal.

  • Province
    Lower Canada (1792-1841)
  • Chapter
    1 William IV Chapter 54
  • Year
    1831
  • Concepts
    Property Law
    Elections & Public Office
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Local
  • Number of Articles
    26
  • Description
    This Act establishes "The Corporation of the City of Montreal,” as a body politic and corporate. Directions for the rights granted to the said corporation, and how it is to function, are outlined, including the authority that members of the Common Council and the Mayor have. Instructions for how these positions are to be elected are also outlined. The city is divided into eight wards as described. This Act is to remain in force until 1836.
  • Source
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