As we mark Canada Day in the North, we do so with deep respect for the land, the people, and the stories that came long before us, and continue to guide us forward.
Table Tennis North is proud to live, work, and play on the traditional territories of the Dene, Métis, and Inuit Peoples of the Northwest Territories. These lands are not just landscapes, but living spaces filled with history, teachings, and community. Today, and every day, we recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous communities in shaping who we are, as individuals, as a sport, and as a country.
Table Tennis is a sport of connection. In small northern communities and across the territory, it has become a way to gather, to play, to build confidence, and to share joy. Whether in school gyms, recreation centers, or on makeshift tables, we’ve seen how the paddle and ball can spark moments of laughter, focus, and belonging.
This Canada Day, we celebrate the many cultures and identities that make the North so vibrant. We also reaffirm our commitment to making Table Tennis a welcoming space for all, rooted in respect, accessibility, and inclusion. To the youth, coaches, Elders, volunteers, and community leaders who continue to shape our journey: Thank you!!! Your spirit and support are what make this movement meaningful.
From all of us at Table Tennis North, Happy Canada Day. May we continue to learn, share, and rally together, on land that holds us all.