NT School Sports is proud to support our athletes, coaches, schools, and communities as they prepare for the 2026 Arctic Winter Games Territorial Trials, happening January 7–11, 2026 in Yellowknife.
While NT School Sports is not an official Arctic Winter Games sport organization, we know that many of our participants will be part of the trials and the Games, from athletes and coaches giving their best, to schools opening their doors for youth to train and participate, to volunteers and officials helping make it all possible.
This single set of trials, hosted for all AWG sports in Yellowknife and the surrounding area, is a change from past years and comes as part of a financial decision by Sport North to ensure full participation for Team NT while managing reduced Games funding.
The 2026 Arctic Winter Games will take place in Whitehorse, Yukon from March 8–15, 2026. For many youth, the AWG is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete at a multi-sport event, connect with athletes from across the North, and experience the cultural exchange that makes the Games so special.
We encourage our NT School Sports community to:
- Sign up as athletes in your AWG sport of choice
- Get involved as coaches to guide the next generation
- Volunteer to help make the trials and Games a success
- Support and cheer for Team NT every step of the way
The Arctic Winter Games are about more than competition, they are about teamwork, growth, and celebrating the talent and spirit of our communities. Let’s work together to help our youth shine on the road to Whitehorse 2026!
More details, including registration links and schedules, will be shared soon through the different Territorial Sport Organizations.
