List of premiers of Nunavut

Nunavut, since its formation, has had a consensus government.

In a consensus government, the premier is elected by the non-partisan members of the Legislative Assembly.

Prior to April 1, 1999, the land that Nunavut occupies was part of the Northwest Territories.

[2] Although Okalik was re-elected to a third term after the 2008 general elections in the Iqaluit West riding, he was defeated by newly elected MLA Eva Aariak in the premiership vote on November 14.

[3] On 15 November 2013, Peter Taptuna beat out Paul Okalik and Paul Quassa for the position of premier.