March 11 to 21, 2026
The Essimaau Winter Carnival returns for its third year with ten days of tournaments, outdoor activities, and community events in Kawawachikamach. Below is the full schedule and key information for each event.
📅 Carnival Schedule
Opening Parade and Introduction of Dukes and Duchess
Date: March 11, 2026
Location: Shinapest Tooma Memorial Arena
Time: TBA
Winter Carnival Sliding Day
Date: March 12, 2026
Location: Behind the Band Office
Time: 12:00 PM
3rd Edition Essimaau Hockey Tournament
Dates: March 12 to 15, 2026
Location: Shinapest Tooma Memorial Arena
Entry Fee: $1000 per team; Men and Women categories
Contact: Stephen Noah Mameanskum; Roger Nabinacboo
10,000 Card Tournament
Date: March 13, 2026
Location: Shinapest Tooma Memorial Arena
Time: 6:00 PM
Entry Fee: $40 per player
Contact: Annie Nattawappio
31 Card Tournament
Date: March 14, 2026
Location: Shinapest Tooma Memorial Arena
Time: 6:00 PM
Entry Fee: $40 per player
Contact: Stella Pien
Winter Carnival Volleyball Tournament
Dates: March 16 to 19, 2026
Location: Jimmy Sandy Memorial School Gymnasium
Entry Fee: $500 per team; three categories
Contact: TBA
Texas Hold’em Tournament
Date: March 18, 2026
Location: Naskapi Community Center
Time: 6:00 PM
Entry Fee: $160 per player
Contact: Melissa Peastitute
Outdoor Activities Day
Date: March 19, 2026
Location: Naskapi Community Center
Time: TBA
Contact: Thereon Swappie
Monster Bingo
Date: March 20, 2026
Location: Naskapi Radio CJCK
Time: 8:00 PM
Cost: $100 presale; $120 at the door
Contact: Annie Nattawappio; Elena-Marie Ashni-Pien
Winter Carnival Crowning
Date: March 21, 2026
Location: Jimmy Sandy Memorial School Gymnasium
Time: 5:00 PM
Contact: Naomi Einish
ℹ️ Additional Information
Dates and times are subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.
For more details about any event or registration, contact the Organizing Committee.
Everyone is welcome.