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David Iqaqrialu
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| MLA for Uqqummiut | |
| In office 1999–2004 |
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| Preceded by | first member |
| Succeeded by | James Arreak |
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| Born | July 2, 1954 Clyde River, Northwest Territories (now Nunavut) |
| Political party | non-partisan consensus government |
David Iqaqrialu, born on July 2, 1954, is a former politician from Clyde River, a community in Nunavut, Canada. He served as a member of the Nunavut Legislature, which is like the government assembly for the territory, from 1999 to 2004.
David Iqaqrialu is known for his time serving the people of Nunavut. He was part of the very first group of politicians elected to the Nunavut Legislature. This was an important time because Nunavut had just become its own territory in Canada.
Becoming a Member of the Legislature
David Iqaqrialu was first chosen to be a member of the Nunavut Legislature in 1999. This happened during the first-ever general election for Nunavut. He won the election in the area called Uqqummiut. This area includes communities like Clyde River. He was elected after a close competition with other candidates. During his time in the legislature, he helped lead important discussions as the chair of a special committee.
Running for Re-election
In 2004, David Iqaqrialu ran for re-election to the Nunavut Legislature. However, he was not re-elected in that election. Another politician named James Arreak won the seat for Uqqummiut instead. After this, David Iqaqrialu finished his time as a member of the legislature.
