HAY RIVER (April 26, 2006) - The Honourable David Krutko, Minister Responsible for the Northwest Territories Housing Corporation, along with Jane Groenewegen, MLA for Hay River South, representatives from the Hay River Housing Authority and seniors participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony today. 

The ceremony celebrates six new duplexes built in Hay River providing 12 two-bedroom public housing units for seniors.  This project highlights the successful planning and consultations undertaken with many stakeholders to meet a housing need in the Town of Hay River. 

 "The public housing duplex units are barrier-free and designed to support seniors pursuing independent lifestyles," said Minister Krutko.  The units are located on Caribou Drive, Saskatoon and Cranberry Crescents. 

Minister Krutko acknowledged the important contribution of many people and organizations such as members of the construction industry, the Town of Hay River and especially seniors themselves. "We recognize it requires the cooperation of many stakeholders to make a housing project a success.  The Housing Corporation values everyone's assistance in designing and building homes that blend energy efficiency with a practical layout," said Minister Krutko.

 The Northwest Territories Housing Corporation is focused on providing affordable, suitable and adequate housing solutions to the residents of the Northwest Territories.