How does the NWTHC help homeowners with maintaining and making necessary enhancements to their home?
NWTHC assists existing homeowners in making necessary repairs to their home, in order to ensure a safe and healthy home.
Who is eligible?
It is available to low and modest income homeowners, including seniors on fixed incomes. Additional funding is available to improve the accessibility of a home for people with disabilities.
What funding is available?
Assistance of up to $50,000 is provided in the form of a forgivable loan to subsidize the cost of preventative maintenance checks, repairs and renovations for their existing home.
- Applicants are expected to make a contribution toward the project cost; and,
- Contribution level will be based on the applicant’s income.
How do I apply?
To make an application, please contact the NWTHC District Office for your region. For further questions, please contact 1-844-NWT-HOME (1-844-698-4663) or nwthc_comms@gov.nt.ca.
For more information, please refer to the policy documents for Major Repairs, Mobility Enhancements, and Preventative Maintenance.