Street Support Program

The Street Support Program operates Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm, beginning in May 2026. Prior to beginning this program, we are completing a survey with those experiencing homelessness to better understand how they are accessing services, and where gaps exist. The goal is to use this information to identify common barriers and opportunities to improve how services are delivered across the community.

As a new program, the Street Support Program will continue to evolve based on community need and feedback. Our focus is to provide practical, flexible support to people experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Yellowknife.

Core Focus

At launch, the program is primarily focused on transportation and support to help people attend medical and health-related appointments. This includes:

• Providing transportation to and from appointments

• Offering support and advocacy during appointments, when requested

• Providing meals and clothing to those in need

• Planning occasional free community meals

Additional Supports (as the program develops)

Over time, the program may also include:

• Supporting access to safe and appropriate housing, including transitional, supportive, market, and Indigenous-led options, as well as assistance with applications and communication with housing providers

• Coordinating with home communities when requested or appropriate

• Supporting discharge planning from hospitals, corrections, and other systems

• Helping people access additional health, wellness, treatment, and harm reduction services

• Supporting access to culturally relevant healing, traditional practices, and community-based programs

• Assisting with basic needs such as identification and technology access

• Supporting access to income assistance, benefits, employment readiness, and training opportunities

• Encouraging social connection through cultural, recreational, and peer-based activities

• Working alongside Elders, peer support workers, and community service providers to coordinate care

Please contact 867-688-6372 for more information.