Ten candidates are running to be president of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. in a May 27 byelection. They are, in the top row from left to right, Samuel Alagalak, Okalik Eegeesiak, Paul Irngaut, Jerry Komaksiutiksak, and Andrew Nakashuk. In the bottom row, from left to right, are Willie Nakoolak, Jerry Natanine, Cathy Towtongie, Jeremy Tunraluk and Gloria Uluqsi. (File photos)
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This editorial was updated on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. There is no shortage of people who want to run Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., but there is certainly a shortage of voters who share the same interest in its elections.
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