Canonicus

For other uses, see Canonicus (disambiguation).
Canonicus
Chief of the Narragansett
Succeeded byMiantonomoh
Personal details
Bornc. 1565
DiedJune 4, 1647(1647-06-04) (aged 81–82)
RelationsMiantonomoh (nephew)
Canonicus' mark as seen on the 1638 deed of Providence to Roger Williams
The original 1636 deed to Providence, signed by Chief Canonicus

Canonicus (c. 1565 – June 4, 1647) was a chief of the Narragansett people. He was wary of the colonial settlers, but he ultimately befriended Roger Williams and other settlers.