Operational responsibility for the Inuvik Warming Shelter will be transferred to Northwest Territories Integration and Community Services, effective April 1, 2026.
The warming shelter serves an important purpose in the community, providing a safe place to rest and access to basic needs and support to the homeless population in Inuvik. Under the new operators, the shelter will continue its work with increased access to community resources.
“Placing the shelter’s operations with a local organization strengthens community leadership and ensures services remain responsive, compassionate, and closely connected to the people they support,” said Minister Lucy Kuptana.
This transition is a part of the GNWT and Housing NWT’s commitment to strengthening community-based service delivery. By empowering the community to lead shelter operations, programs will be able to better reflect community needs and priorities.
“NWT ICS brings valuable frontline experience and a compassionate, person‑centered approach that will strengthen supports for residents who rely on the shelter,” said Housing NWT CEO and President Erin Kelly.
Housing NWT will be working with NWT ICS and community partners to ensure a smooth transfer of responsibilities with no interruptions to services.
“We are fully committed to ensuring a smooth and effective transition of operations to NWT ICS,” said Eric Neba, Executive Director at NWT ICS
