General
Provincial
NT
Paid annually
NWT Cost of Living Offset
Worth up to
$540/year
What is it?
A payment for Northwest Territories residents to help offset the higher cost of living in northern communities. Amount varies by community.
Varies by community, up to $540/year
Who is it for?
- Must be 19+ years old
- Must file an income tax return
- Available in: NT
How to Apply
- 1File your income tax return
- 2Be an NWT resident on December 31
- 3Amount determined by your community of residence
- 4Credit is calculated and applied automatically
Documents You May Need
Filed income tax return
Proof of NWT residency and community
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