Press Release
Senior Home Heating Subsidy rates have been increased for subsidy recipients age 60 and over in Norman Wells, in recognition of the rising cost of home heating fuel.
The rate from October to April has been increased from $750/month to $1,455/month. The Government of the Northwest Territories will continue to monitor heating costs in Norman Wells and may adjust the subsidy rate, as needed.
Seniors who have already been approved for the Senior Home Heating Subsidy do not need to re-apply to receive the increase.
The increase to the Senior Home Heating Subsidy is one of the supports the Government of the Northwest Territories has deployed to assist residents and businesses in Norman Wells. Other supports include funding for businesses and longer-term efforts for the Mackenzie Valley Highway.
Residents can explore other GNWT funding opportunities to see if they’re eligible for any other programs.
To learn more about the Senior Home Heating Subsidy, Norman Wells residents are encouraged to contact the Sahtu Regional Education, Culture and Employment Service Centre or visit:
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“The Government of the Northwest Territories recognizes that the Sahtu region experiences some of the highest costs of living in the country. The impacts from the barge cancellations due to low water is further impacting home heating costs in Norman Wells. This is why we have nearly doubled the Senior Home Heating Subsidy rates for Norman Wells recipients beginning this month. We will continue to monitor home heating costs and are prepared to adjust subsidy rates further based on those prices to ensure seniors are supported.”
-Caitlin Cleveland, Minister of Education, Culture and Employment
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Briony Grabke
Manager, Public Affairs and Communications
Department of Education, Culture and Employment
Government of the Northwest Territories
Briony_Grabke@gov.nt.ca
867-767-9352 ext. 71073
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