Ovide Alakannuark passes on
Ovide Alakannuark, one of Nunavut’s first MLAs, has died at the age of 81 after a long illness. “Mr. Alakannuark, who was a well-respected elder in the community of Kugaaruk, was a strong voice for Inuit culture, language and values throughout his career,” said Speaker Simeon Mikkungwak in a news release today. “On behalf of all members of the legislative assembly, we extend our condolences to his family and former constituents.” The flag for Kugaaruk is flying at half-mast at Nunavut’s legislative assembly in honour of his passing. (File photo)
Honorable man Ovide Alakannuaq was a man of integrity as member of Nunavut Legislative Assembly.
Sincere condolences to Alakannuark family. Qujanaqputit Ovide uqausilirinirmut ikajurjuasimagavit. Tunnganaqtualuulauravit aksuruqLutit uqausisi ikajurasulauraviuk. Kinguniqallaringniatutit piluaqtumik tunnganarniit.