About Winona Flett
Lived 1884 – 1922 (aged 37). Winona Flett was a Canadian suffragette and suffragist.
Winona Margaret Flett (June 10, 1884 – May 16, 1922) was a prominent suffragist and social reformer in Manitoba.
Life Flett was born in South Dumfries Township, Ontario, the daughter of Isabella Bowie and James Flett. She left Woodstock, Ontario in 1912 for Winnipeg with her mother and sister Lynn.
She campaigned for her husband in the 1920 general election.
She frequently spoke at J. S. Woodsworth's "Peoples' Forums", a series of Sunday afternoon lectures.
Flett died of pneumonia in Winnipeg at the age of 37. Her funeral was attended by Liberal and Labour politicians, including Tobias Norris, the premier of the province.
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Who was Winona Flett?
Canadian suffragist
When was Winona Flett born?
Winona Flett was born on 10 June 1884 in County of Brant.
When did Winona Flett die?
Winona Flett died on 16 May 1922 in Winnipeg.
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Winona Flett was a suffragette and suffragist.
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Winona Flett was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Winona Flett. https://biography.guide/winona-flett/
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