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If sleeping outside tonight, call Line Drive Outreach for safe transport to supports.

Free No sign-in Provider verification required enLocal Government ProgramCity of Yellowknife - Housing and Shelter SupportNonprofitSalvation Army Men's Emergency Shelter

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Programs to contact

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City of Yellowknife - Housing and Shelter Support

Local Government Program

City of Yellowknife housing and shelter support: housing vouchers, rental help, DV shelter with 24/7 hotline; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
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Salvation Army Men's Emergency Shelter

Nonprofit

Salvation Army men's emergency shelter: housing support options and 24/7 DV shelter hotline; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
3

Home Base Youth Emergency Shelter

Nonprofit

Home Base youth emergency shelter: housing help, DV shelter access, benefits enrollment; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
4

Yellowknife Women's Society - Housing First

Nonprofit

Yellowknife Women's Society - Housing First: housing vouchers, rental help, DV shelter; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
5

YWCA Allison McAteer Family Violence Shelter

Nonprofit

YWCA Allison McAteer Family Violence Shelter: DV shelter, housing assistance; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
6

NWT Disabilities Council - Day Centre and Sobering Centre

Nonprofit

NWT Disabilities Council - day centre and sobering centre: housing-related supports; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
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Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation

Nonprofit

Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation: housing and shelter supports; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
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Line Drive Outreach - Street Outreach Program

Nonprofit

Line Drive Outreach - street outreach program: housing/rental help and DV shelter info; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-920-2737
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Government of Northwest Territories - Legal Aid

Local Government Program

Government of Northwest Territories - Legal Aid: free legal help; addiction treatment info; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-767-9361

Recommended next steps

  • If sleeping outside tonight, call Line Drive Outreach for safe transport to supports.
  • Men needing overnight shelter should call the Salvation Army shelter before arrival.
  • Youth ages 12-18 should contact Home Base for emergency shelter intake.
  • Women fleeing violence should call YWCA Allison McAteer crisis support.
  • Ask Yellowknife Women's Society about Housing First if chronically homeless.
  • Use the Day Centre for daytime safety, basic needs, and sobering support.
  • Visit Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation for meals, wellness, and cultural supports.
  • Apply for the Canada-NWT Housing Benefit if rent plus utilities exceed 30% of income.
  • Contact Legal Aid for free advice or representation for eligible legal matters.
  • Bring ID, proof of income, rent, utilities, and benefits papers to appointments.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Food Assistance

  • Food Security