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For immediate shelter in Fort Simpson, call 867-695-2295 first.

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Programs to contact

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Fort Simpson Health Centre

Local Government Program

Fort Simpson Health Centre: access addiction treatment and recovery programs with referrals to housing supports; call for intake.

Open provider page +1-867-695-7000
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NTHSSA Deh Cho Region Health and Social Services

Local Government Program

Deh Cho Region Health and Social Services: clinics, immunizations, mental health and addiction care with housing support referrals; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-867-770-4301
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Housing NWT Emergency Shelter Contact Information - Fort Simpson

Local Government Program

Emergency shelter contacts (Fort Simpson): 24/7 domestic violence and emergency shelter listings for immediate safety and short-term housing; call 24/7 hotline.

Open provider page +1-867-920-4673
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Housing NWT Northern Pathways to Housing - Fort Simpson

Local Government Program

Northern Pathways to Housing (Fort Simpson): rental assistance and housing voucher programs for low-income residents and those exiting shelters; apply online.

Open provider page
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Housing NWT Shelter Enhancement Fund

Local Government Program

Shelter Enhancement Fund: funding for DV shelters, capacity-building and addiction-recovery housing projects in the NWT; apply for funding.

Open provider page +1-833-966-2281

Recommended next steps

  • For immediate shelter in Fort Simpson, call 867-695-2295 first.
  • For urgent medical needs, call the Fort Simpson Health Centre at 867-695-7000.
  • Ask NTHSSA social services about emergency food, medical travel, and utility referrals.
  • If you are housing insecure, ask about Northern Pathways to Housing in Fort Simpson.
  • Contact Liidlii Kue First Nation if you are a member needing local support.
  • Call Dehcho First Nations Health and Wellness for wellness, advocacy, and program navigation.
  • For after-hours health emergencies, use the Health Centre emergency instructions.
  • Ask Housing NWT about available local public housing and homelessness supports.
  • If leaving Fort Simpson for care, ask the clinic about medical travel coordination.
  • Keep ID, health card, income papers, and any eviction or utility notices ready.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Food Assistance

  • Food Security