Description Funded by the GNWT Department of Health and Social Services, the Respite Program for Local Communities provides social respite service to families outside of Yellowknife who have children with special needs. The goal of a respite service is to provide safe, individualized, and flexible respite support to families and primary caregivers. It offers young … Read more
Description Medical travel benefits for eligible NWT residents with a valid referral who must travel outside of their home community in order to access necessary health services at the nearest center where the services are available. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria You may be eligible for medical travel services coordinated by NTHSSA if you: Coverage must … Read more
Description Rehabilitation services help people of all ages improve and maintain their independence if they have an injury, illness, disability, or chronic disease that affects their ability to function. There are four main types of rehabilitation services: Patients can now self-refer to all rehabilitation services, which means you can sign yourself up without needing a … Read more
Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) offers Extended Health Benefits (EHB), a public benefits plan, which helps eligible residents with the cost of non-insured medical needs not covered by the NWT Health Care Plan. Benefit Amount Amounts vary. Eligibility Criteria For full details, visit: https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/extended-health-benefits Application Process Complete the Extended Health Benefits Application form. Seniors … Read more
Description The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) sponsors the Métis Health Benefits program to provide eligible Indigenous Métis residents of the Northwest Territories access to a range of benefits not covered by hospital and medical care insurance. Through this program, NWT residents receive coverage for eligible prescription drugs, dental services, vision care, medical supplies and equipment. You … Read more
Description The Senior Citizens’ and Disabled Persons’ Property Tax Relief is a program that helps seniors and persons with disabilities pay less or no property tax. Taxes are lowered depending on the location of the property. Benefit Amount In the General Taxation Area (GTA), the GNWT provides a 100% rebate to qualified citizens. In the … Read more
Description Funding is available year-round for emergency situations like freeze-ups and furnace failures. Benefit Amount Short-term forgivable loans up to $15,000 are available to cover emergency repairs. More than one repair application could be approved in the same year if the repairs were unrelated, and the annual total was not over $15,000. Eligibility Criteria This … Read more
Description Funding is available for homeowners to improve the accessibility of homes for people with a disability to support modifications that will promote continued independent living. Benefit Amount A forgivable loan up to $50,000 is provided. For full details, visit: https://www.nwthc.gov.nt.ca/en/services/mobility-modifications Eligibility Criteria This funding is open to residents of the NWT who: If an … Read more
Description If you are a first-time homebuyer, the home purchase program can help you purchase a modest home by providing a portion of your down payment. Benefit Amount The assistance is based on the applicant’s income, family size, the community Core Need Income Thresholds (CNIT) as well as the Maximum Construction Cost (MCC) for the Zone the … Read more
Description Public housing refers to a rental program that provides income-based subsidies for the rental of housing for residents most in need. Income-based assistance is available for Housing NWT-owned public housing units in 31 Northwest Territories (NWT) communities. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria The amount of rent you pay every month is determined by the total … Read more