John Robbins Sanborn (1839 – January 13, 1914) was a farmer and political figure in Quebec. He represented Shefford from 1891 to 1896 as a Liberal member.He was born in South Roxton, Lower Canada, the son of A. Sanborn who came to Lower Canada from New Hampshire, and was educated in Granby. He married Malvina Blampin. Sanborn served on the council for South Roxton.