Join the ISCNWT Board of Directors

Press Release

The Indigenous Sports Circle NWT (ISCNWT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening community wellness through sport, recreation, and cultural programming across the Northwest Territories. ISCNWT works to build vibrant and inclusive opportunities that reflect the diverse Indigenous communities we serve.

We’re currently looking for passionate, community-driven individuals to join our Board of Directors. If you have a strong interest in advancing sport, recreation, and cultural development in the North, we want to hear from you.

Available Board Positions (3 year terms)

• Beaufort Delta Director Applicants must reside in the Beaufort Delta Region as defined by ISCNWT bylaws.
• Sahtu Director Applicants must reside in the Sahtu Region as defined by ISCNWT bylaws.
• Youth Director Applicants must be between the ages of 15–25 and reside in the NWT.

What to Expect

Serving on the ISCNWT Board is a volunteer commitment. Board members meet 6–8 times per year via teleconference, along with two in-person gatherings annually—typically one in November and another in the spring or summer. Members may also be asked to participate in committees or working groups, and are encouraged to support ISCNWT activities beyond formal meetings.

Requirements

• Applicants must be residents of the NWT
• Applicants must be of Indigenous ancestry as defined by the Aboriginal Sports Circle National body
• Previous volunteer experience is considered an asset
• Experience in sport, recreation and cultural activities is consider an asset
• Experience with finance, board of governance, policy and no-profit groups is considered an asset
• Ability to mee the time commitments of regularly attending board meetings

How to Apply

To express your interest, please submit a statement of interest and your resume outlining your relevant experience and education by May 25, 2025.

For more information or to submit your application, please contact the Executive Director.

Aaron Wells
867.669.8338
aaron@iscnwt.ca

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