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THE HONOURABLE PJ AKEEAGOK

Premier of Nunavut
P.J. Akeeagok was elected in the general election held on October 25, 2021, to represent the constituency of Iqaluit-Niaqunnguu in the 6th Legislative Assembly of Nunavut. Mr. Akeeagok was elected as Premier of Nunavut during the Nunavut Leadership Forum’s proceedings of November 17, 2021. He was sworn into office on November 19, 2021.

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27 January 2022
Government of Nunavut allocates $3.25 million for community initiatives
Minister of Family Services, the Honourable Margaret Nakashuk, today announced the allocation of $3.25 million to support vulnerable Nunavummiut... Read More
27 January 2022
Family Literacy Day 2022
Thursday, January 27, is Family Literacy Day which is celebrated each year to encourage Canadian families to spend at least 20 minutes a day enjoying... Read More
27 January 2022
COVID-19 GN Update for Department of Education
As of this morning Nunavut has 279 positive cases of COVID-19.
27 January 2022
COVID-19 second doses vaccine clinics for 5-11
The COVID-19 vaccine is Nunavut’s best protection against COVID-19, and all Nunavummiut are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as they are eligible...
27 January 2022
COVID-19 GN Update - January 27, 2022
As of this morning Nunavut has 279 positive cases of COVID-19.
27 January 2022
COVID-19 Department of Health Services update
As of this morning Nunavut has 279 positive cases of COVID-19.
27 January 2022
Schools closed in Taloyoak until February 7
Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s Chief Public Health Officer is announcing the closure of the school in Taloyoak effective immediately, until... Read More
26 January 2022
Mental Health and Addictions call for funding proposals
The Department of Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Division is accepting funding proposals for substance use initiatives for the 2022-2023... Read More
25 January 2022
COVID-19 Department of Justice Services update
As of this morning Nunavut has 247 positive cases of COVID-19.
25 January 2022
COVID-19 GN Update - January 25, 2022
As of this morning Nunavut has 247 positive cases of COVID-19.
25 January 2022
Food recalls due to Listeria
The Department of Health is warning about a food recall issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) due to possible listeria contamination.
25 January 2022
Aggressive fox warning for Chesterfield Inlet
The Department of Health is warning residents of Chesterfield Inlet to be cautious of aggressive foxes in the community after a fox attacked a dog in... Read More
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