Michael Angottitauruq facts for kids
Michael Angottitauruq Sr., born in 1951, is a former politician from Canada's North. He served as the Mayor of Gjoa Haven. He also worked as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories from 1987 to 1989.
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What is a Politician?
A politician is someone who works in government. They help make decisions for a community or region. These decisions affect everyone living there. Michael Angottitauruq Sr. was a politician at two levels: municipal and territorial.
Municipal Government
Municipal government is the local government for a town or city. The leader of a municipal government is often called a Mayor. As Mayor of Gjoa Haven, Michael Angottitauruq Sr. helped manage local services. These services include things like roads, water, and community programs.
Territorial Government
Territorial government is like a provincial government, but for Canada's territories. The Northwest Territories is one of Canada's three territories. The Legislative Assembly is where elected representatives meet. They discuss and make laws for the territory.
Serving in the Legislative Assembly
Michael Angottitauruq Sr. was elected to the Legislative Assembly in 1983. He represented the Kitikmeot East area. This area is called an electoral district. In 1985, his district's name changed to Natilikmiot. He ran for re-election in 1987. He finished his time in the Assembly in 1989.
