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Team NT at Canada Games

Team Northwest Territories has won 22 medals at Canada Winter Games since 1967. The team's most successful Games were the 1971 Canada Winter Games in Saskatoon, SK, where they won five medals, including two Golds. Team Northwest Territories won the Centennial Cup in 1973, awarded to the Province/Territory with the greatest improvement from the preceding same season Games. Participants from Northwest Territories can be seen at the Games wearing uniforms of navy, blue, white and grey.

Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Canada Winter Games Team NT Mission Staff

Requirements:

Must possess full Class 5 Drivers License

Be a resident of the Northwest Territories

Must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check issued September 27th 2026 or later

For More Information, Contact:

Bill Othmer, Chef de Mission

bothmer@sportnorth.com

Canada Winter Games 2027 Mission Staff Application

Applicant Name

Applicant Email

Applicant Phone Number

Applicant Gender (for shared rooming assignment)

Male

Female

Applicant Address

Are you a resident of the NWT?

Yes

How long have you lived in the NWT?

Do you have a Class 5 drivers license? (You will be required to provide a copy if selected for Mission Staff)

Yes

Can you speak French?

Yes

Are you a member of a Territorial Sport Organization (TSO) or a Recreation Organization? If yes, please list organization in other.

Yes

Other

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Please inform us of any specific requirements you may need to feel supported.

What week are you able to attend?

Week 1

Week 2

Both

Explain your interest in serving as a member of the Team NT Mission Staff and describe what contributions you will make to the Team.

What are your expectations in being a member of Team NT at the Games?

Please rate your competency with the following skills:

General Computer Skills

Internet/Email

Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

Photography (taking photos/videos, editing, posting)

Media Relations (public speaking, interview's, working with media outlets)

Mediation

Google Drive/Shared Files from a cellular device

Do you have any additional skills/training that would benefit Team NT? Examples are, but not limited to: mental health training, suicide prevention, mediation, safe sport training, nutrition certification, etc.

Elaborate on your team building skills.

Mission Staff may be required to complete specific training. Please select any of the courses you have already completed from the list below.

Is there any other information relevant to your application that you would like to share?

List any major games/events you have participated in as an athlete, coach, official, mission staff, or administrator. Provide the name of the event, date, and your role at the event.

Community Volunteer - indicate your volunteer experience within your community, including your position and level of experience.

Regional Volunteer - indicate your volunteer experience within your region, including your position and level of experience.

Territorial Volunteer - indicate your volunteer experience within the NWT, including your position and level of experience.

National Volunteer - indicate your volunteer experience, nationally or internationally, including your position and level of experience.

CRC/VSC - If you have a current CRC/VSC (Dated September 27, 2026 or later, please upload it here.

Reference Letter 1 - Please upload a reference letter from your TSO, related organization, colleague, or employer. (Reference letter cannot be from a staff member of Sport North Federation or the GNWT MACA-Sport and Recreation Youth)

Reference Letter 2 - Please upload a reference letter from your TSO, related organization, colleague, or employer. (Reference letter cannot be from a staff member of Sport North Federation or the GNWT MACA-Sport and Recreation Youth)

Confirmation from your Employer that your leave has been approved. Please upload a letter confirming that your leave has been approved. If your leave is pending selection to Mission Staff please upload a document advising of this.

Team NT

Team NT at Canada Games

Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Canada Winter Games Team NT Mission Staff

Canada Winter Games 2027 Mission Staff Application

Upcoming Canada Games

2027 Canada Winter Games: February 27 - March 14 – Quebec City, Quebec

2029 Canada Summer Games: Moncton/Saint John Region, New Brunswick

Team NT

Team NT at Canada Games

Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Canada Winter Games Team NT Mission Staff

Canada Winter Games 2027 Mission Staff Application

Upcoming Canada Games

2027 Canada Winter Games: February 27 - March 14 – Quebec City, Quebec 2029 Canada Summer Games: Moncton/Saint John Region, New Brunswick

2027 Canada Winter Games: February 27 - March 14 – Quebec City, Quebec

2029 Canada Summer Games: Moncton/Saint John Region, New Brunswick