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Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset
Monthly family benefit and cost-of-living support
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Northwest Territories
Overview
The program provides monthly non-taxable payments for qualifying families with children under 18 in the Northwest Territories. It also includes the Northwest Territories cost of living offset, which was cancelled, with retroactive payments continuing for previous benefit years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low- and middle-income families in the Northwest Territories.
- Individuals and families eligible for the GST/HST credit.
- Families with children under 18 years of age.
Eligible geographic areas
- Northwest Territories.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are administered by the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of the Northwest Territories.
- Benefit payments are issued through the federal payment system.
- The cost of living offset no longer pays new benefits, except for retroactive payments for earlier years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset?
The program provides monthly non-taxable payments for qualifying families with children under 18 in the Northwest Territories. It also includes the Northwest Territories cost of living offset, which was cancelled, with retroactive payments continuing for previous benefit years.
Who is eligible for the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset program?
To be eligible for the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset program, you must:
Families with children under 18.
Low- and middle-income households.
Must qualify under federal benefit rules.
Who can I contact for more information about the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset?
You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset available?
The Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset?
Northwest Territories Child Benefit / Northwest Territories Cost of Living Offset is funded by Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)