Nunavut Article ()
1. Official Name
Territory of Nunavut (Nunavut)
2. Capital
Iqaluit
3. Government (January 2026)
Like the other northern territories, Nunavut uses a consensus government system, with no political parties.
The elected members of the Legislative Assembly choose a premier from among themselves.
Current Premier: P.J. Akeeagok (in office since 2021)
4. Opposition Parties
None. All Members of the Legislative Assembly are independent under this consensus system.
5. Commissioner (equivalent to Lieutenant Governor)
Eva Qamaniq Aariak (in office since 2021)
She is a former Premier of Nunavut and an important figure in Inuit politics.
6. Flag
The flag of Nunavut is yellow and white, divided vertically, with a red inukshuk in the center and a blue star in the upper right corner.
The inukshuk represents Inuit culture, and the star symbolizes the leadership of Elders.
7. Official Symbols
Flower: Purple Saxifrage
Bird: Common Raven
Animal: Polar Bear
Stone: Inuit stone carvings (not official, but culturally important)
8. Basic Economy
The main economic sectors of Nunavut include mining (gold, iron, diamonds), traditional hunting and fishing, Inuit art and crafts, and government services.