Debates of October 30, 2025 (day 71)

Question.

The question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I'll go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 30.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories, through Housing Northwest Territories, enhance transparency and reporting of distinction-based funding allocations to ensure that the needs of each community and the overall advancement of housing in the territory are being met.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

The question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I'll go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 31.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories establish a mechanism to more equitably assess eligibility for homeownership programs;

And further, these programs should take into account individual circumstances, particularly in cases involving outstanding mortgage and rental arrears, to ensure that the programs are responsive to the complex realities faced by residents. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 32.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories provide more transparency surrounding the specific age and condition of housing units allowable under the Homeownership Initiative Policy;

And further, publicly publish the age of public housing units that have been deemed eligible for the Homeownership Initiative Program. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go back to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 33.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories reform the housing appeals process to support the progressive realization of the right to housing and ensure more inclusive, transparent, and efficient oversight;

And further, this necessarily includes: That all appeals under public housing and homeownership programs bypass the district director and proceed directly to the housing appeal committee to streamline the process and reduce administrative burden and barriers;

And furthermore, that the composition of the housing appeal committee be revised to require membership of individuals with lived experience of homelessness or housing need, and where possible, individuals with expertise in human rights, to ensure a more representative and rights-based approach to decision-making. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go back to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 34.

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories transition all current housing rating systems to a rights-based approach, focusing on ensuring fair and equitable access to housing for all, particularly those in greatest need;

And further, this should involve prioritizing vulnerable groups, promoting non-discrimination, and empowering tenants in the housing process. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 35.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories review the public housing tenant eligibility policy to ensure that it provides those ineligible for public housing a clear and time-bound response to how they could have their eligibility reinstated. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried.

---Carried

I am going to go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 36.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories revise the community housing plan policy to include capacity-building supports tailored to community needs;

And further, this should include additional human, financial, and technical resources to support implementation of housing plans. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question's been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go back to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 37.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories conduct an audit of the small community homelessness fund to determine and report on its overall policy performance. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I'll go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 38.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories revise and adjust the eligible income thresholds for co-payment for the Senior Home Repair Program, the Seniors Aging in Place Program, and the Home Repair Program based on inflation and cost of living increases;

And further, a review should occur every three years thereafter. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.

Question.

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? All those abstaining? Motion carried. Thank you.

---Carried

I am going to go to the Member from Monfwi for Motion number 39.

Mr. Chair, I move that this committee recommends that the Government of the Northwest Territories review and revise the eligible properties for the Senior Home Repair Program, the Seniors Aging in Place Program, the Home Repair Program, and the Preventative Maintenance Program, specifically expanding the eligibility coverage of each policy to include primary residences outside municipal boundaries. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you. To the motion.