Joelie Kaernerk facts for kids
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Joelie Kaernerk
MLA
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| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut for Amittuq | |
| Assumed office October 30, 2017 |
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| Preceded by | George Qulaut |
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| Residences | Sanirajak, Nunavut |
Joelie Kaernerk is an Inuk politician from Canada. He comes from Hall Beach, a community in Nunavut. An Inuk is an Indigenous person who lives in the Arctic regions of Canada.
Mr. Kaernerk was chosen by voters to be a leader. He was elected in the 2017 Nunavut general election. This election was a time when people voted for who they wanted to represent them.
What is a Politician?
A politician is someone who helps make important decisions for a community or region. They work to create laws and policies. These laws help everyone live together fairly and safely.
Politicians listen to the people they represent. They try to solve problems and improve life for everyone.
Joelie Kaernerk is a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Nunavut. The Legislative Assembly is like a big meeting place. Elected people gather there to make laws for the territory of Nunavut.
Nunavut is a large territory in northern Canada. It is home to many Inuit people. The Legislative Assembly helps manage the government of Nunavut.
Representing Amittuq
Mr. Kaernerk represents the electoral district of Amittuq. An electoral district is a specific area. The people living in that area vote for one person to represent them.
Amittuq includes communities like Hall Beach and Sanirajak. As the MLA for Amittuq, Joelie Kaernerk speaks for the people in these communities. He brings their ideas and concerns to the Legislative Assembly.
He started his term as an MLA on October 30, 2017. He continues to work for the people of Amittuq.
