Carleton (Ontario provincial electoral district)

Carleton was a provincial electoral district in Ontario, Canada, that existed at various times in the province's history. It was located in the eastern part of Ontario, encompassing areas around the city of Ottawa. The district's boundaries and representation varied throughout its existence due to redistributions and electoral reforms.

Historically, the Carleton electoral district has seen representation from various political parties in Ontario, reflecting the diverse political landscape of the region. The riding has been known to switch between parties depending on the prevailing political climate and the strength of local candidates.

The creation, dissolution, and re-establishment of the Carleton electoral district have occurred multiple times over the years as Ontario's electoral map has been redrawn to reflect population changes and ensure fair representation. Details about the specific periods when the district was active, the Member(s) of Provincial Parliament (MPP) who represented it, and the results of elections held within its boundaries can be found in historical records of Ontario elections.

More recently, the geographical area formerly covered by the Carleton riding is largely represented by other electoral districts, such as Nepean, Ottawa West—Nepean, and others created in subsequent electoral boundary revisions. To determine the present-day electoral district for a specific location within the historical Carleton boundaries, one must consult the current Ontario electoral map.