The Nunatsiavut Government’s (NG) Department of Language, Culture and Tourism is seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals who are interested in volunteering as an officiant to represent Nunatsiavut at the Avannaa Arctic Games in Illulissat, Greenland.

The Avannaa Arctic Games, organized in collaboration between Avannaata Kommunia and Arctic Sports Greenland, will bring teams from Alaska, Nunavik, Nunavut, Nunatsiavut and Kalaallit Nunaat. Each team will bring a delegation of both athletes and cultural representatives to Illulissiat, Greenland. The Avannaa Arctic Games will feature 13 different disciplines divided between junior and senior categories and is planned to take place the first week of February 2027.

NG is looking for an officiant to travel with Team Nunatsiavut to Greenland to offer their knowledge and supports to the Avannaa Arctic Game committee as an official Arctic Sports Judge.

Games List for Avannaa 2027

Arctic Sports:	Dene Games:	Traditional Sports and Games:
One-Foot High Kick	Finger Pull	Eskimo Stick Pull
Two-Foot High Kick	Eqitaq	Four-Man Carry
Alaskan High Kick	Stick Pull	Arsaaqqat
Kneel Jump
Airplane
Head Pull
Arm Pull

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Travel with Team Nunatsiavut to Greenland for the Avannaa Arctic Games
• Work the games as an Officiant in various roles which can include judge, score keeper, linesman, announcer and/or any other role asked by the organizing committee.

This is a volunteer contract opportunity that includes eligible per diems and travel allowances, in accordance with the NG travel policy and approved expenses.

Please note at any time the selected officiant determines that they are unable to meet the established requirements and/or responsibilities, they must communicate this with the NG as soon as possible.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Preference given to applicants living in the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Area. (If applying from outside the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Area the applicant must cover all costs to the charter pick up point of either St. Johns or Goose Bay.)
2. Applicants must be a Beneficiary of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Area.
3. Must hold a valid Canadian passport.
4. Must agree to comply with all applicable NG policies and codes of conduct, and provide satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector checks before travel.
5. Previous experience in officiating Arctic Sports an asset.
6. Have a successful history of officiating experience and a strong commitment for the debut of Team Nunatsiavut
7. Must be willing to work with the Nunatsiavut Government coordination team.

To Apply:

1. Fill out the Officiant Application (found here)
2. Submit any relevant training certificates.

Contract Fee
This is a volunteer position but the successful applicant will be required to enter into a service agreement with NG that will outline expectations and costs covered by the NG.

Expenses included:

1. NG will cover return travel from either St. Johns or Goose Bay to Greenland.
2. Accommodations and a meal per diem based on regular and Nunavut per diems rates.

Submissions:

Nunatsiavut Government, Department of Language, Culture and Tourism

Chantelle Evans, Arts Services Manager

email: chantelle.evans@nunatsiavut.com

Deadline for Applications: November 27, 2026 at 4:30PM AST.

Submissions received after the deadline will not be considered.