Strategic Directions

Strengthening the development of northern athletes

• As a unique international circumpolar sport competition, the Arctic Winter Games is the venue where developing athletes from across the north meet to enhance their athletic skills and to share their respective cultures.
• Athletes are guided by certified coaches who believe in and promote the Arctic Winter Games values and operating principles. The Games include sports and events which allow for the broadest possible participation from all participating units.
• The Games are staging ground for developing both male and female athletes to improve their athletic skills and to develop personal values and traits that will enhance their ability to succeed.

Providing Support to Host Societies

The Arctic Winter Games International Committee recognizes the central role that Host Societies play in planning and delivering a successful Games. The International Committee is committed to supporting each Host Society to ensure the most efficient and effective organization of the Games by transferring knowledge and expertise acquired from previous Games.