Program Areas
Seniors Programs
The Shelter Diversion Program for Seniors by NWT-ICS is designed to prevent and address senior homelessness in the Northwest Territories through a mix of prevention, immediate support, and long-term housing solutions. The program focuses on early intervention, crisis support, transitional housing, and collaboration with community partners to deliver holistic care. Services include outreach, risk assessments, emergency financial aid, advocacy and housing placement support.
Housing/Homelessness Support
NWT-ICS supports vulnerable residents in Yellowknife through culturally grounded on-the-land programs, housing support services, and senior shelter diversion initiatives. The organization also hosts community BBQs to feed the homeless while working to secure safe, stable housing for them. Additionally, NWT-ICS provides housing advocacy and guidance, helping individuals navigate resources and access long-term housing solutions
Mental Health/Addictions Support
NWT-ICS offers comprehensive mental health and addictions support in Yellowknife, providing counseling, peer support, and wellness programs tailored to the needs of individuals experiencing challenges. Their services include one-on-one and group counseling sessions, harm reduction strategies, crisis intervention, and referrals to specialized treatment programs. Through community outreach and culturally informed initiatives, NWT-ICS promotes awareness, resilience, and recovery, helping participants build coping skills, maintain stability, and improve overall well-being.
Disability Support
NWT-ICS provides comprehensive disability supports in Yellowknife, assisting individuals with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities to access resources and services that enhance independence and quality of life. Their programs include personalized case management, advocacy for housing and community inclusion, skill-building workshops, and connections to healthcare, employment, and social services. Through outreach and individualized support plans, NWT-ICS empowers people with disabilities to participate fully in community life and achieve greater autonomy.
Employment
NWT-ICS offers employment support in Yellowknife, helping individuals gain the skills, training, and opportunities needed to secure and maintain meaningful work. Their services include career counseling, job readiness workshops, resume and interview preparation, and connections to local employers and vocational training programs. By providing ongoing mentorship and support, NWT-ICS empowers participants to achieve sustainable employment and economic independence.
Community/Newcomer Support
NWT-ICS provides community and newcomer support in Yellowknife, helping individuals and families integrate into the local community and access essential services. Their programs include orientation and settlement assistance, language and cultural support, connection to housing, healthcare, and education resources, as well as social and recreational activities to build community networks. Through these initiatives, NWT-ICS fosters inclusion, resilience, and a sense of belonging for newcomers and community members alike.
Poverty Reduction and Food Security
NWT-ICS addresses poverty reduction and food security in Yellowknife by providing programs that ensure access to nutritious meals and essential resources for vulnerable populations. Initiatives include community food programs, such as meal distributions and community BBQs, as well as support for accessing social services, financial guidance, and emergency assistance. These efforts aim to reduce food insecurity, alleviate financial strain, and empower individuals and families to achieve greater stability and self-sufficiency.
On-the-Land Programs
The On-the-Land Program operated by NWT-ICS provides a safe, supportive alternative to traditional shelters for people experiencing homelessness in Yellowknife. Located at Camp Connections, the program offers temporary housing in winterized dorm-style cabins combined with cultural and wellness programming. Elders and staff facilitate traditional activities such as ice fishing, smudging, and crafts, alongside counseling and group supports to promote healing and stability. The initiative emphasizes dignity, cultural connection, and recovery by creating space away from urban pressures where participants can focus on wellness. Its goal is to reduce reliance on emergency shelters, strengthen community supports, and help participants transition toward more stable housing and healthier lifestyles.
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5112 52 Street, Suite 200, Yellowknife, X1A1T6
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