Elgin West was a federal electoral district represented in the House of Commons of Canada from 1867 to 1935.

The West Riding of Elgin was redefined in 1882 to consist of the townships of Southwold, Dunwich, Alboro', Orford and Howard, and the village of Ridgetown.

In 1924, it was defined as consisting of the county of Elgin, excluding the townships of Malahide and Bayham, and including the city of St. Thomas.

The electoral district was abolished in 1933 when it was merged into Elgin ridings.

This riding has elected the following members of Parliament: On Mr. Crother's being appointed Minister of Labour, 10 October 191: On Mr. Hepburn's resignation, 8 June 1934: