The Government of the Northwest Territories has announced the release of the Territorial Housing Needs Assessment report.
The report provides a comprehensive view of housing needs across the territory, as well as how those needs are likely to evolve in the future. This is the first study of this type to be done in the Northwest Territories since 2000.
This assessment will help guide housing policy and investment in the territory to properly meet the needs of residents, as well as assist in securing federal funding for housing initiatives.
With site-specific data on each communities housing needs now and into the future, the report will help policy makers, Indigenous government, and other housing partners to make informed decisions as they work to address the housing crisis facing the territory.
“The Territorial Housing Needs Assessment is a critical step toward improving housing across the NWT and addressing the housing crisis in a strategic, efficient way,” said Lucy Kuptana, Minister Responsible for Housing Northwest Territories.
“By working together with residents, Indigenous, and community governments in a meaningful, collaborative way, we are ensuring that housing solutions reflect local needs and support long-term sustainability.”
Based on the modelling data from the assessment, the NWT currently has a deficit of between 1700 and 2700 homes. It also suggests that the territory will need an additional 750 to 1000 homes by 2044.
Housing NWT remains committed to working with Indigenous governments and community leaders to ensure housing needs are met in a way that reflects regional priorities and community needs.
