The 2025 Nunavut election is underway with residents voting in 22 constituencies to elect their legislative assembly members. The election features a consensus government system where candidates run as independents, and the most votes in each riding determine the winners. Key issues include healthcare, housing, and unemployment, with candidates emphasizing community engagement and local development. Meanwhile, in Iqaluit, protests erupted over the high cost of groceries, highlighting ongoing food security challenges. Protesters, led by Kathy Okpik, called on the federal government to expedite its review of the Nutrition North subsidy program, which was launched in 2011 to make nutritious food more affordable in the North. Critics argue that subsidies are often diverted to large corporations rather than directly aiding Inuit households, exacerbating food insecurity. Jeremy Tunraluk, President of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., urged Inuit leaders to take greater responsibility for food security, emphasizing the need for local program delivery rather than reliance on federal interventions. The protest also condemned price gouging and called for decolonizing food security, advocating for more direct support such as increased food subsidies, community hunting, and local food production initiatives. The debate over food prices is compounded by broader economic factors, including inflation, transportation costs, and federal policies. Some residents and commentators criticize government reliance on welfare and federal programs, suggesting that local solutions such as community greenhouses, hunting support, and self-sufficiency could improve food access. The election and ongoing protests reflect deep concerns about economic sustainability, Indigenous leadership, and the future of food security in Nunavut. Candidates in the election have expressed support for addressing these issues, with some emphasizing the importance of Inuit-led initiatives and local empowerment.