Amanda Lathlin

Amanda Gail Lathlin was a Canadian politician who served as the Manitoba MLA for The Pas–Kameesak from 2015 until her death in 2026.

Amanda Gail Lathlin (July 17, 1976 – March 21, 2026) was a Canadian politician who served as the Manitoba MLA for The Pas–Kameesak from 2015 until her death. She was the first First Nations woman elected to the Manitoba legislature and sat as a member of the New Democratic Party of Manitoba.

Early life and background

Lathlin was born in 1976 and was closely connected to northern Manitoba and the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. She studied at the University of Manitoba and later worked in community and educational roles.

Political career

She entered the Manitoba legislature in 2015 after winning a byelection in The Pas. She was re-elected in 2019 and 2023, serving as the NDP MLA for the riding after it was renamed The Pas–Kameesak. Before entering provincial politics, she served as a councillor for the Opaskwayak Cree Nation.

Public advocacy

Lathlin was known for work on issues affecting women and northern communities, including legislation related to miscarriage leave and sexual-assault supports. She was also involved in efforts to establish Oscar’s Place, a homeless shelter in The Pas named after her father.

Death and legacy

Lathlin died in March 2026 following health challenges. She was widely described as a trailblazing figure in Manitoba politics and a strong representative for northern and Indigenous communities.