The Canadian territory of Nunavut was formed on April 1, 1999 through the Nunavut Act and the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement Act. Nunavut, since its formation, has had a consensus government. In a consensus government, the premier is elected by the non-partisan members of the Legislative Assembly. Prior to April 1, 1999, the land that Nunavut occupies was part of the Northwest Territories.

• Paul Okalik (1 April 1999 to 14 November 2008)
• Eva Aariak (14 November 2008 to 15 November 2013)
• Peter Taptuna (15 November 2013 to 21 November 2017)
• Paul Quassa (21 November 2017 to 14 June 2018)
• Joe Savikataaq (14 June 2018 to 19 November 2021)
• P.J. Akeeagok (19 November 2021 to present)