Jeremy Tunraluk elected new president of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. [Video]

The organization that represents Inuit in Nunavut has a new president. 

Jeremy Tunraluk, who was born in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, was elected president of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) with 34.4 per cent of the vote on Monday night. 

Tunraluk previously worked for the Qikiqtani Inuit Association and is a well-known Nunavut musician. 

Tunraluk takes over from former president Aluki Kotierk, who announced earlier this year she wouldn’t be seeking re-election. 

Tunraluk said he had a “wonderful time campaigning” and he was humbled to be elected as president. 

“I’ve barely slept last night,” Tunraluk said.

The father of four was sworn into the role Tuesday morning and starts the position immediately. 

He said throughout his campaign, he saw Inuit need more support from NTI. 

“Inuit are struggling day in and day out. We really need to look at how we treat our hunters and food providers,” he said. “Culturally, we really need to step up as NTI and …