Mairin Loewen was born in Saskatoon and grew up in Ward 7 where she attended school. She graduated from Carleton University in 2005 with a B.A. in Political Science, and has since worked for the provincial government and the Saskatchewan Medical Association.

Mairin was elected on February 9^th, 2011, and presently serves on the Planning and Operations Committee, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors for Prairieland Park. In addition to her Council duties, Mairin works at the University of Saskatchewan and is completing her M.A. thesis in Political Studies. Mairin spends her spare time volunteering with the Open Door Society, playing sports, and staying active in the local music community.