The Income Assistance Program provides Financial Assistance to Northerners to help meet basic and enhanced needs. The program encourages and supports greater self-reliance to improve the quality of lives.
This plain language handbook is for people who may want to play for Income Assistance. It provides information on:
- The program
- Who is eligible
- How to apply or appeal
The handbook also contains helpful contact information on the following resources in the Northwest Territories including:
- other income security programs
- health and medical resources
- renters rights
- federal disability, seniors, and family supports
