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Cross-Country Skiing (Nordic) | Sledge Hockey | Swimming | Multi-Sport & Inclusive Organizations | National Sport Resources
⛷️ Cross-Country Skiing (Nordic)
Territorial body and local ski clubs offering accessible trails.
Yellowknife Ski Club (Yellowknife)
- Website: www.skiyellowknife.com/programs-and-lessons
- Description: Contact clubs like the Yellowknife Ski Club directly to inquire about adaptive equipment or guided opportunities.
- Other Community Ski Clubs
- Clubs Include: Hay River Ski Club, Fort Smith Ski Club, Fort McPherson Arctic Nordic Ski Club, and Inuvik Ski Club.
- Description: Skiing is a popular winter activity across the NWT. Contact any of these clubs directly to inquire about accessible trails or adaptive programming in their community.
🏒 Sledge Hockey
Community-based sledge hockey program in the territorial capital.
Yellowknife Sledge Hockey (Yellowknife)
- Website: sites.google.com/view/yellowknifesledgehockey/about-us
- Description: A non-profit providing sledge hockey opportunities in Yellowknife with regular practices.
🏊 Swimming
Governing body for competitive swimming; contact local pools for adaptive programs.
NWT Swimming (Territorial)
- Website: www.gomotionapp.com/team/cannt/page/home
- Description: The governing body for competitive swimming. Contact them or your local pool for adaptive swim program inquiries.
- Note on Local Pools
- Communities like Yellowknife, Inuvik, Hay River, Fort Simpson, and Fort Smith have public swimming pools. For adaptive lessons or accessible swim times, contact the aquatic staff at these facilities directly.
🤝 Multi-Sport & Inclusive Organizations
Key organizations supporting adaptive sport and inclusive recreation across the territory.
Northwest Territories Equitable Sports Access (NTESA) (Territorial)
- Website: www.ntesa.ca/
- Description: Northwest Territories Equitable Sports Access (NTESA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making sports more accessible and inclusive for everyone in the Northwest Territories. We help remove barriers so that people of all backgrounds can participate, connect, and enjoy the benefits of recreation. Through financial support, equipment, mentorship, and community partnerships, we create opportunities for more people to get involved in sports.
Special Olympics Northwest Territories (Yellowknife / Territorial)
- Website: cfmws.ca/yellowknife/special-olympics-nwt
- Description: Delivers sport programs for people with intellectual disabilities in swimming, bowling, skating, and more.
