James Crawford (October 31, 1816 – November 22, 1878) was an Ontario businessman and political figure.

He represented Brockville in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Conservative member.

[1] He was born in County Cavan, Ireland in 1816, the oldest son of George Crawford, and came to Upper Canada with his family during the 1820s.

[2] Crawford served in Cornwall, Ontario during the Upper Canada Rebellion and was a member of the Incorporated Militia of Upper Canada for several years.

[1] Crawford was a contractor involved in the construction of several canals on the Saint Lawrence River.