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Work and employment · NU
Nunavut's assistance of last resort, for people 18 and over in financial need living in the territory. Eligibility is established in an in-person interview with an Income Assistance Worker, based on income and need. The Basic Allowance Table of the Income Assistance Regulations (R-006-2023, in force April 1, 2023) sets the monthly allowance by household size and zone: from $914 (1 person, zone 1) to $4,037 (10 people, zone 4), plus $243 per additional family member in zone 4.
Eligibility conditions
Reside in an eligible province (NU)
Be at least 18 years old
Net family income under $48,444
How to apply
Complete an Income Assistance application and book an interview with your community's worker.
Bring the required documents: birth certificates, health care cards and social insurance numbers for each family member, lease or mortgage papers, and utility bills.
Take part in a Productive Choice program and confirm any change in income or family structure at each reassessment.
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