In 2024, Nunavut sent its first-ever cross-country ski team to the Arctic Winter Games—a milestone that highlights years of collective effort and community investment in youth sport. This achievement was made possible through volunteer coaches, engaged parents, local partnerships, and the dedication of young athletes training in demanding Arctic conditions. Organizations such as the Aniirajak Ski and Adventure Club—meaning “playing outside” in Inuktut—have played a key role in fostering inclusive participation, family involvement, skill development, and access to equipment and trails. Cross-country skiing in Iqaluit is not an imported practice, but an extension of northern endurance, movement, and land knowledge, deeply aligned with Inuit values of perseverance, cooperation, and respect for the environment.