Start of race postponed
After careful review of the weather forecast, it has been unanimously decided that it is safer to postpone the start of the race due to poor forecasted weather conditions. The race will now start on Wednesday morning. Please stay tuned…
2025 Ivakkak Race: Kangiqsualujjuaq to Tasiujaq
Welcome to the 2025 Ivakkak Race! This year, the challenge kicks off in Kangiqsualujjuaq, winds through a stopover in Kuujjuaq, and finishes in Tasiujaq—a 328KM journey that will bring the teams through both trees and tundra bringing intense competition. In…
Ivakkak 2024 Route Change Announced Due to Mild Winter Conditions
Kuujjuaq, Nunavik – February 20, 2024 – The organizers of the Ivakkak Dog Sled Race have announced a change to the route for Ivakkak 2024. Following an evaluation of the trails south of Umiujaq and careful consideration of safety concerns, it has…
Ivakkak 2024 Set for February
The 22nd edition of Ivakkak Dog Sled Race will begin February 26 with participants racing along the Hudson Coast from Umiujaq to Chisasibi, a total distance of about 385 kms. The teams will pass through Kuujjuaraapik on their route. After a vote…
Ivakkak 2023 Prizes and Awards
The Ivakkak 2023 Prizes and Awards are as follows. Gold Position Musher Willie Cain Jr. and Partner Itsaja Arnaituk Total Gold Purse value of – $47,500 Silver Position Musher Carlos Surusilak and Partner Paul Amarualik Total Silver Purse value of…
