Edward Arunah Dunlop Jr. facts for kids

Edward Arunah Dunlop, CM, OBE, GM (born June 27, 1919 – died January 6, 1981) was an important politician in Ontario, Canada. He was a member of the Progressive Conservative Party. He served in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1963 to 1971. He represented areas in Toronto called Forest Hill and then York-Forest Hill. He also worked briefly as a cabinet minister for Premier Bill Davis.

Edward Dunlop's Early Life and Service

Edward Dunlop was born in Pembroke, Ontario. He attended Upper Canada College and the University of Toronto. His family had a strong history in politics. His father, grandfather, and great-uncle were all politicians in Ontario before him.

In 1944, he married Dorothy Joyce Tupper. She was the granddaughter of Sir Charles Hibbert Tupper. Edward and Dorothy had two children, Edward (Ted) and Charlotte.

Military Service and Injury

Dunlop served in the Canadian Army with The Queen's Own Rifles of Canada. He was in the military from 1937 to 1944. He reached the rank of Major. In 1943, he was injured during a training exercise and lost his sight.

For his bravery, Dunlop was recognized as an officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1946. This is a special award given for important achievements.

Work After the Military

After his military service, Edward Dunlop continued to help others. He became a director at the Department of Veterans Affairs. This department helps people who have served in the military.

He was also the first president for the Toronto Sun newspaper. Dunlop worked as the national director for the Canadian Arthritis and Rheumatism Society (CARS). He also served on the national council for the CNIB. The CNIB helps people who are blind or have low vision.

In 1980, he was named a member of the Order of Canada. This is one of Canada's highest honors. Edward Dunlop passed away in 1981 from cancer. He was 61 years old.

Edward Dunlop's Political Career

In the 1963 provincial election, Edward Dunlop ran for office. He was a Progressive Conservative candidate. He won the election in the Toronto area of Forest Hill. He defeated the NDP candidate, Stan Midacik.

Serving in the Legislature

In 1967, his riding (the area he represented) was renamed York-Forest Hill. The boundaries stayed the same. He won again, defeating NDP candidate Leon Kumove.

During his time as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP), he supported the government of Premier John Robarts. He also led important committees. He was the chair of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections. He also chaired the Select Committee that worked on updating the province's election laws.

Cabinet Minister and Retirement

In 1971, Bill Davis became the new Premier of Ontario. Premier Davis appointed Edward Dunlop to his cabinet. Dunlop became a Minister without portfolio. This means he was a minister but did not have a specific department to lead.

Edward Dunlop had announced his plan to retire from politics in May 1970. This was before he became a cabinet minister. He felt that serving two terms was enough time in his political career. He wanted to spend more time with his family and focus on his work with CARS.