Overview
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.
How Rent is Calculated
The amount of rent you pay every month is determined by the total household incomes of people living in your household that are over the age of 19.
No household pays less than $70 per month or more than $1,625 per month.
Seniors receive up to a $1,000 per month deduction from their income which will lower their rent calculation.
How to Apply
Applications are open year-round for public housing.
Contact your Local Housing Organization or District Office to get an application.
Applicants must provide acceptable verification of income for all household members aged 19 years and over.
Rent is assessed annually.
Related Links
- Public Housing Brochure
- Public Housing Application – SAMPLE ONLY – Do not use.
- Tenant Handbook – Housing NWT tenants are given a Tenant Handbook when they move into a public housing unit. The handbook explains the roles and responsibilities of public housing tenants, landlords, and agents involved in public housing in the NWT under the Residential Tenancies Act and related regulations.
Contact
Housing NWT
5102-50 Ave.
Yellowknife, NT X1A 2P6
General Inquiries
NWTHC_Comms@gov.nt.ca