Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Mourns the Passing of Former Languages Commissioner Alexina Kublu

IQALUIT, Nunavut (January 6, 2026) - Speaker David Joanasie today issued the following statement:

“I was saddened to learn of the recent passing of Alexina Kublu, who served as Nunavut’s third Languages Commissioner. Ms. Kublu was an educator, interpreter-translator and lifelong advocate for Inuktut who served with distinction as a member of the National Task Force on Aboriginal Languages and Cultures. Ms. Kublu was a dedicated community volunteer and Senior Justice of the Peace. On behalf of all Members of the Legislative Assembly, we extend our condolences to her family.”

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