St. John’s West is a provincial

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for the

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, Canada. As of 2011, there are 7,741 eligible voters living within the district. The district is largely residential and middle class and includes the Cowan Heights area. Prior to 1956, the district was larger and elected two MHAs. The district is represented by Cabinet Minister

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. From 1949 to 1975, it elected two MLAs through

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. Since 1975 it has elected a single MLA through

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Members of the House of Assembly

The following members of the House of Assembly have been elected in St. John's West:

Election results

Newfoundland & Labrador Votes 2007

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References

External links

Website of the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly
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