Joe Savikataaq

The Honourable
Joe Saviktaaq
MLA
5th Premier of Nunavut
Assumed office
June 14, 2018
Preceded by Paul Quassa
Member of the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut for Arviat South
Assumed office
October 28, 2013
Preceded by Riding Established
Personal details
Born (1960-12-08) December 8, 1960
Political party non-partisan
consensus government
Residence Arviat, Nunavut

Joe Saviktaaq (born December 8, 1960) is a Canadian politician who is currently serving as the fifth and current Premier of Nunavut. He was elected Premier on June 14, 2018, after his predecessor Paul Quassa lost a non-confidence vote.[1][2]

He was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut in the 2013 election. He represents the electoral district of Arviat South.[3]

References

  1. ↑ After Paul Quassa ejected, Nunavut chooses deputy as new premier
  2. ↑ Joe Savikataaq is the new premier of Nunavut, after non-confidence vote ousts former leader
  3. ↑ Nunavut election: Arviat South candidate profiles



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