Kane Tologanak facts for kids

Kane Tologanak was an important Inuit leader and politician from Canada. He was born around 1950 and passed away on March 24, 2025. Kane Tologanak was a Member of the Northwest Territories Legislature, which is like a government assembly, from 1979 to 1983. He worked to help the people of the North.

Early Life and Family

Kane Tologanak was born near a place called Kangiqhuk, close to Cambridge Bay. This was around the year 1950. He married Elik in about 1974. They had four children and seven grandchildren. Kane Tologanak was also the first cousin of Donald Havioyak, who was another important politician in Nunavut. Kane Tologanak died in Gjoa Haven.

His Time as a Politician

Kane Tologanak was chosen by the people to be a Member of the Northwest Territories Legislature. He was elected in 1979 to represent the Central Arctic area. This means he helped make decisions for that region.

During his time in government, he took on important roles. In 1981, he became the minister of supply and services. This job meant he was in charge of making sure the government had the things it needed. Later, he also served as the minister of health, helping to look after the health of people in the Northwest Territories. He served for one term, which is a set period of time, until 1983.

Kane Tologanak was also part of a group that looked at "Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit" for the Government of Nunavut. This term refers to traditional Inuit knowledge and wisdom.