New Pangnirtung mayor says he’s listening, wants to build trust – Nunatsiaq News

Apr 1, 2026

Mayor Umar Kukkadi says priorities include strengthening hamlet teamwork and launching elders committee

Newly elected Pangnirtung Mayor Umar Kukkadi says his first priorities will be to listen to residents and build trust across the community, after being sworn in Tuesday at the hamlet office.

“I am excited and at the same time nervous about the challenges ahead and the assignments I have,” Kukkadi said in an interview.

His wife, Shamim Sharif, a longtime teacher, helped him during his campaign and was thrilled when he won.

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