Northern Games of the Western Arctic

The Northern Games are the cultural activities of the Inuit, and they include tests of strength and endurance, agility, resistance to pain, and the social games along with the good women and good man skills, sewing and drum dance. It highlights traditional dress and fashion, Inuit drum dancer development showcasing spectacular performances. Each day is highlighted with feats of athletic ability showcasing agility, strength and endurance, resistance to pain games, artistic and cultural performances as well as a show case of traditional on the land skill the elders bring from their life experiences on the land.

Location: Chief Jim Koe Park  Mackenzie Square, Inuvik, NT