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 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
Description The Senior Home Heating Subsidy assists low-to-modest income seniors in the NWT with their heating costs. Remember to budget for your heating costs. Seniors are responsible for heating costs above the subsidy level. Benefit Amount Eligibility Criteria This program is intended for Northerners who: Application Process To apply, a Senior Home Heating Subsidy Application … Read more