Nunavut Leadership Forum Selects New Cabinet Minister

IQALUIT, Nunavut (October 30, 2020) - A new member of the Executive Council was chosen today by the Nunavut Leadership Forum. The Forum consists of all MLAs.

Margaret Nakashuk, Member for Pangnirtung, was elected to serve on the Executive Council.

The Legislative Assembly and Executive Council Act provides that the Premier has the prerogative to assign Ministerial portfolios.

A formal motion to confirm the appointment will be made at the next sitting of the House.

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For more information:
John Quirke, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly
Tel: (867) 975-5100