Andrea Horwath is a Canadian politician and member of the Ontario New Democratic Party (NDP). She has served as the leader of the NDP since 2009 and represents the Hamilton Centre riding in the Ontario Legislative Assembly. Horwath has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and social justice throughout her political career. Born on October 24, 1962, in Hamilton, Ontario, Horwath has a background in social work and community activism. She was first elected to the Ontario legislature in 2004 and has since become a prominent figure in provincial politics, advocating for policies that support working families and marginalized communities.