The NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) made an announcement on July 8, that the election of a new Governing Council will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2020.
In response to the continued uncertainty around COVID-19 global pandemic, NCC will be introducing an online process for the upcoming election. This means that members will have the option to vote electronically or by telephone. Computer kiosks may also be available in NunatuKavut communities for voters who have access challenges and support will be available for those requiring assistance. The election will follow all the public health directives in place at the time while ensuring a process that is safe, accountable, democratic and inclusive.
The Governing seats up for election includes the President, Councillors representing NCC designated areas and a Youth Councillor. The elder position is appointed by the new Governing Council following the election.
A new seat has been added to the 2020 election to represent Full Members- Non Resident (those living outside of the designated area in Labrador). This was passed through a resolution during NCC’s annual General Assembly process. Full Members, Non-Resident also have an opportunity to vote on the President seat.
NCC is representative governing body for approximately 6,000 Inuit who reside primarily in South and central Labrador.
NunatuKavut means, “Our Ancient Land” in Inuttitut and is the traditional territory of the Inuit who belong to the territory.
In July 2018, NCC entered into talks with the Government of Canada on the recognition of its Indigenous Rights and Self- Determination, RIRSD. In September 2019 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed.
For further information on NCC visit www.nunatukavut.ca or Facebook.com/nunatukavut or Twitter @nunatukavut.