Poilievre’s ‘Santa Claus’ quip trivialized Inuit presence in Arctic, says national Inuit leader – CBC

Dec 10, 2024

The leader of the national organization representing Inuit says the Conservative leader trivialized Inuit and everyone who lives in the Arctic with a “Santa Claus” social media quip criticizing Ottawa’s plans to appoint an Arctic ambassador.

In a post published online over the weekend, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre questioned the usefulness of the diplomatic post.

“Arctic ambassador? To do diplomacy with who? Santa Claus🎅?” Poilievre posted.

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