Road to the 2026 Arctic Winter Games
The countdown is on! The 2026 Arctic Winter Games in Whitehorse will take place from March 7 to 15, 2026, and Team NT trials are scheduled for January 7 to 11, 2026. It’s time to rally your athletes, coaches, and communities to be part of Team NT and represent the North on one of the biggest stages for northern sport, culture, and spirit. Visit the Sport North website and their Facebook page for the latest updates and opportunities to get involved.
Team NT Applications Now Open
You can now apply online for the following roles:
- Mission Staff - Be at the heart of the Games! Mission Staff are key to Team NT’s success. This team of dedicated volunteers makes everything run smoothly before, during, and after the Games. They support athletes, coaches, and families every step of the way.
- Registration Information Important dates and details are available now for:
Team NT Policies and Handbooks
The following documents are available on the Sport North website to help guide your journey:
- Team NT Sport Integrity Policy
- 2026 Arctic Winter Games Team NT Participant Handbook
- 2026 Arctic Winter Games Team NT Participant Eligibility Policy
- 2026 Arctic Winter Games Sport Technical Packages
Payments - Scrolll down to the bottom and see the 2026 Arctic Winter Games Territorial Trials Registration Fee link.
Need Support? Contact Your Regional Coordinator
North Slave - Colinda Blondin
Bechoko, Dettah, Ndilo, Gameti, Lutsel K'e, Wekweeti, Whati, Gameti
(867) 392-6803 | Colinda_blondin@gov.nt.ca
Yellowknife - Andrew Gilmour
(613) 217-7122 | Andrew.gilmour@ntssa.ca
South Slave - Kyle Donovan
Fort Smith, Hay River, Enterprise, Fort Providence, Fort Resolution, Kakisa Lake, K'atlodeeche
(867) 445-7791 | Kyle_donovan@gov.nt.ca
Beaufort Delta - Josh McDonald
Aklavik, Fort McPherson, Inuvik, Paulatuk, Sachs Harbour, Tsigehtchic, Tuktoyaktuk, Ulukhaktok
(867) 678-8045 ext. 21661 | Josh_mcdonald@gov.nt.ca
Sahtu - Alex Robertson
Colville Lake, Deline, Fort Good Hope, Norman Wells, Tulita
(867) 587-7116 | Alexander_robertson@gov.nt.ca
Dehcho - Nathan McPherson
Fort Liard, Fort Simpson, Jean Marie River, Nahanni Butte, Sambaa K'e, Wrigley
(867) 695-7227 | Nathan_mcpherson@gov.nt.ca
