Councillors pick new deputy mayor

Councillor Al Hayward is the new deputy mayor of Iqaluit after a secret ballot vote at a council meeting Nov. 28.

Hayward replaces Coun. Glenn Williams, who lost his bid for another term as deputy mayor. Williams served three terms as a councillor, and two years as deputy mayor.

Mayor Elisapee Sheutiapik thanked Williams for his past service as deputy mayor.

Council also approved a motion by former mayor and current councillor Jimmy Kilabuk that the deputy’s term be renewed annually.