SOUTHEAST SASK. — With less than four months to go until the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games in Flying Dust First Nation and the City of Meadow Lake, opportunities are opening for southeast athletes, coaches and volunteers to get involved in the province’s week-long celebration of sport, culture and community.
The games will take place from Feb. 15 to 21, 2026, and will feature competition in 16 different sports.
Athlete tryouts are underway across Saskatchewan, and participants can visit saskgames.ca/athletes to view listings for their chosen sport and learn how to register. Competitors from Weyburn, Estevan, Whitewood, Carlyle, Balgonie, Broadview and surrounding communities will have the opportunity to represent Team South East.
Upcoming tryouts for souhteast athletes include:
Curling – Ages 11 to 17 (born on or after January 1, 2009). Tryouts will be held Jan. 9 in Lampman. Fee: $160 per team.
Figure skating – Ages 10 to 18 (born 2008 to 2015). Province-wide tryouts are set for Dec. 5 to 7 in Yorkton. Fee: $100.
Futsal – Under-16 (born 2010 to 2012). Tryout dates to be announced. Fee: $20.
Gymnastics – Ages 10 to 14 (born 2012 to 2016). Tryouts are scheduled for Nov. 23 in Regina. Fee: $25.
Weightlifting – Ages 10 to 18 (born 2008 to 2016). Expressions of interest are currently being accepted.
Volunteer coaches and team managers are also being recruited for various sports. Those interested can visit saskgames.ca/coaches to view open positions.
In addition, SaskEnergy has been announced as the Volunteer Sponsor for the 2026 Games. The provincial Crown corporation is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Champion of Volunteers program, which supports the recruitment, training and recognition of hundreds of volunteers needed to deliver the event.
As Volunteer Sponsor, SaskEnergy’s involvement will help build a comprehensive volunteer program across both host communities — creating a lasting legacy of community engagement beyond the Games.
Volunteers will be needed in a variety of roles, including venue operations, athlete services, ceremonies, transportation, media, culture and more. No previous Games experience is required, and training will be provided. Those interested can register at saskgames.ca/volunteer.
The Saskatchewan Games were first established in 1972 to give developing athletes, coaches and officials a chance to participate in an inclusive, multi-sport event. The Games have served as a stepping stone for many athletes who have gone on to national and international competition, including Olympic champions.
For more information on the 2026 Saskatchewan Winter Games, including full tryout details and volunteer opportunities, visit saskgames.ca.
Interested participants, coaches and team managers can also contact Joni Hagen with the South East District for Sport, Culture & Recreation to learn more.
