Arctic Winter Games

The Arctic Winter Games represents one of the largest multisport cultural events in the circumpolar North, with approximately 2,000 participants. From March 10 to 16, 2024 in the Mat-Su Valley in Alaska, Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth will showcase unity, sport, culture, volunteerism, and teamwork.

Participants represent five Canadian regions (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Northern Alberta, Nunavut, and Nunavik), as well as Alaska (USA), Greenland, and the Sami region (Finland, Sweden and Norway).

The athletic competitions include modern sports alongside traditional Arctic sports and Dene games. A rich week of cultural events complement the sporting competitions, culminating in a gala.

The Government of Canada is proud to be the largest single contributor to sport in Canada. For the 2024 Arctic Winter Games, the Government of Canada supports the travel and participation of Canadian athletes.

For more information about the Games, visit the Mat-Su 2024 Arctic Winter Games website or consult this informational web page.