NUNAVUT BASKETBALL
Since 2018, Nunavut Basketball (NUBA) has been growing the game across Nunavut — empowering players, coaches, and communities.
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From grassroots community camps to high-level competition, NUBA is all about creating opportunities for all Nunavummiut to learn, play, and compete in a positive, supportive environment.
In August 2025, Nunavut Basketball made history, sending teams to represent Nunavut for the first time ever at the Canada Summer Games in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
We’re proud, we’re Nunavummiut, and we’re just getting started!
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NUBA – Building the Game, Inspiring the North.
UPCOMING BASKETBALL EVENTS
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OUR MISSION:​
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To provide high quality programming and opportunities to participants of all stages through a safe and supportive environment.
OUR VISION:​
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To be a territorial leader in sport and recreation.
STRATEGIC PLAN:​
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Please see the NUBA 2022-2026 Strategic Plan ​
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Click the link to take you to the full NUBA Strategic Plan
TOURNAMENTS
Nunavut Basketball (NUBA) hosts two major 18U tournaments annually.
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Details for the 2026 Championships will be announced soon!
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These tournaments play a key role in identifying athletes for future Team Nunavut representation at major events such as the Arctic Winter Games, North American Indigenous Games, and the Canada Games.
GRASSROOTS
Building Basketball Across Nunavut
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One of Nunavut Basketball’s biggest goals is to grow the game across Nunavut. Our mission is to run grassroots basketball camps and clinics in each region, every year — helping players and coaches develop their skills and confidence.
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Each Grassroots Camp runs for about 3-4 days, with NUBA Coaches leading both school clinics and community/club sessions.
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School Clinics are introductory, hands-on sessions held during physical education classes. Using circuit-style skill stations, students get focused instruction in a fun, supportive setting with smaller coach-to-student ratios.
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Community and Club Sessions build on those skills, preparing athletes, coaches, and teams for upcoming NUBA Regional Tournaments while helping identify athletes for major events such as the Arctic Winter Games, North American Indigenous Games, and the Canada Games.
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NUBA – Building the Game, Inspiring the North.​
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HIGH PERFORMANCE
Nunavut Basketball is proud to be affiliated with Team Nunavut and the Major Games Program.
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NUBA has been a consistent presence at the Arctic Winter Games, and for the first
time ever, proudly represented Nunavut at the 2025 Canada Summer Games
in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
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The goal of the NUBA High Performance Program (HPP) is to provide athletes with advanced training opportunities from some of the top coaches in Canada, and to prepare them to compete against the best teams across the Arctic and Canada.
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Through this program, Nunavut athletes gain the chance to represent their territory, grow their skills, and build lifelong friendships and memories through sport.
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NUBA will participate in the following Major Games during the 2025–2029 quadrennial:
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​​​2026 Arctic Winter Games - March 2026 - Whitehorse, Yukon
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2027 North American Indigenous Games - July 2027 - Calgary, Alberta
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2028 Arctic Winter Games - March 2028 - TBA
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2029 Canada Summer Games - August 2029 - Moncton and Saint John New Brunswick
CLICK HERE for the 2026 NUBA - Arctic Winter Games Athlete Selection Process
CLICK HERE for the 2026 NUBA - Arctic Winter Games Training and Competition Process
COACHING
Nunavut Basketball (NUBA) believes in empowering community coaches to deliver high-quality basketball experiences across the territory. Through ongoing coach training and development, NUBA helps prepare local coaches to lead teams at the 18U Regional Championships and to support athlete growth within the NUBA High Performance Program.
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Volunteer coaches are the heart of basketball in Nunavut — their dedication and leadership keep the game growing in every community.
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If you’re interested in coaching in your community or joining the NUBA High Performance Program, contact the NUBA Operations Manager to learn more.
NUBA COACHING PATHWAYS
Nunavut Basketball with the help of NU Sport Federation has developed a 'Coaching Pathways' which help coaches plan for the requirements needed to become coaches in Nunavut. Click a pathway from the list below for more information:
CONTACT INFORMATION
TSO Contact: Dave Penney, Operations Manager - info@nunavutbasketball.com
