Lori Idlout – MP for Nunavut, 2029 Federal Election Candidate

Lori Idlout

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MP for Nunavut

Federal

Lori Idlout is an Inuk lawyer and advocate for Inuit rights and social justice, known for her work on poverty reduction, housing, and mental health issues affecting Nunavut communities.

Policy Focus

Indigenous Rights

Cost of LivingEconomy & JobsHealthcare

Policy Positions

Career Timeline

2003Graduated from the Akitsiraq Law School in Iqaluit, which was affiliated with the University of Victoria.
2004-2021Practiced law in Nunavut, focusing on legal aid, family law, and representing Inuit organizations.
2018Served as a board member for various organizations, including the Nunavut Legal Services Board.
2021Elected as the Member of Parliament for Nunavut, becoming the first Inuk woman to represent the territory federally.
2022Appointed NDP Critic for Northern Affairs and Crown-Indigenous Relations.