Athletes, coaches, and mentors play significant roles in providing recreation during the long, cold winters, and this year has seen some remarkable moments.
Here are some of the major sports highlights from various northern regions in the year 2025.
Gold Medal Victory for Team Nunavut Enters Hockey Hall of Fame
Team Nunavut made history by clinching their first gold medal in hockey at the 2023 Arctic Winter Games after defeating Team Alaska. This victory was further commemorated in the summer when coach David Clark’s gold ulu was enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto.
Learn more about this accomplishment and its significance here.
Whatı̀ Community Shows Support for Edmonton Oilers
In a display of solidarity with successful hockey endeavors, residents of Whatı̀, N.W.T., garnered national attention by uniting to cheer on the Edmonton Oilers during their pursuit of the Stanley Cup championship.
Find out more here about how the Tłı̨chǫ community of 600 rallied behind the team with viewing parties, parades, potlucks, and a sea of orange jerseys.
Nunavut Teams Represent at Canada Summer Games
In a historic moment for the Canada Summer Games, both men’s and women’s basketball teams from Nunavut participated in the tournament held in St. John’s. Although the newly formed U17 women’s team did not secure any wins, they captured the hearts of spectators.
Explore the team’s journey here.