The Games are on! Yukon, N.W.T. and Nunavut athletes in Alaska for Arctic Winter Games 2024

Athletes from across Canada's North are in Mat-Su Valley, Alaska, this week to compete in the Arctic Winter Games.

The event began Sunday afternoon with opening ceremonies, where teams were welcomed to the region.

CBC North is in Alaska to cover the games this week. Follow our live updates from Sunday's event, curated by Sarah Krymalowski.

2:57 p.m. MT: Our CBC reporter team is in Alaska capturing the lead up to the AWG opening ceremonies tonight. To get the day started, here are some shots of the athletes arriving at the Anchorage International Airport in Alaska yesterday.