Hockey NWT Prepares for 2027 Canada Winter Games in Québec City

The countdown is on! The Canada Games Council has officially announced that the 2027 Canada Winter Games will return to Québec City — the birthplace of the Games — from February 27 to March 14, 2027. This marks a full-circle moment for Canadian sport, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the first-ever Canada Games held in Québec in 1967.

This will be the fourth time Québec hosts the Canada Games, having previously welcomed athletes in Sherbrooke 2013 (Summer), Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean 1983 (Winter), and the inaugural edition in 1967. 

A Big Stage for Hockey in 2027

For Hockey NWT, the 2027 Games represent more than just another tournament — they’re a unique opportunity to showcase the grit, growth, and talent of northern athletes on a national stage. From local rinks to inter-territorial showdowns, every step in our journey builds towards Québec.

Competition Schedule Highlights

Based on the official schedule from the 2027 Host Society:

• Women’s Hockey: Week 1
  ? February 28 - March 6, 2027

• Men’s Hockey: Week 2
  ? March 7 - March 13, 2027

Venues for the Games will be announced by the Host Society in the coming months.

Key Details from the Technical Package

According to the published technical package for hockey:

• Each province/territory may enter one male and one female team

• Teams consist of 20 players (including 2 goalies) and up to 5 team staff

• Athletes must be born in 2009 or later

• Round-robin and playoff format

• Sanctioned by Hockey Canada

You can download the full technical package HERE.

What’s Next for Hockey NWT?

Preparations are already underway. With community tryouts, development camps, and cultural mentorship opportunities on the horizon, Hockey NWT is working to ensure that our athletes are not only technically prepared, but mentally and culturally empowered to represent the North with pride.

We’re not just heading to Québec. We’re building a program that reflects the heart of the North — resilient, unified, and ready to rise.

For updates, follow the Host Society at jeuxducanada2027.ca and on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Let’s go, Team NWT!