David Burnet (Canada East politician)

David Burnet (c. 1803 – June 2, 1853) was a prominent merchant and political figure in Quebec City, Lower Canada.

He first entered business with his brother Peter, who was involved in the timber trade, importing and ship building.

Burnet stood for election to the Legislative Assembly in the two-member constituency of Quebec City.

Although Burnet had opposed the union, in his campaign speech he emphasised the need to respect the law and to try to make the new government system work.

He was one of the two members elected from Quebec City, the other being Henry Black, an admiralty judge and government supporter.

[8] After his bankruptcy, Burnett continued to operate as a merchant on a smaller scale and buy and sell real estate.