NORTHWEST TERRITORIES · RENTAL OFFICE · INDEPENDENT GUIDANCE
Applying to the Northwest Territories Rental Officer
Application forms, supporting evidence, fees and hearing preparation.
Choose your role
The government publishes separate landlord and tenant forms. Describe the rental premises, parties, alleged breach, dates and requested Rental Officer order.
Provide meaningful evidence
Collect agreement, rent ledger, inspection photographs, notices, proof of service, receipts and repair requests. Keep copies and avoid unnecessary personal information.
Filing and fee
The government’s 2026 applications show a $100 landlord filing fee and a $20 tenant fee, with a tenant exception for subsidized public housing when proof is supplied. Confirm amounts before submitting.
Orders
Follow the official hearing directions and read the resulting order carefully before considering enforcement or appeal.
Filing and service — 2026 form instructions
The March 2026 landlord form and May 2026 tenant form direct applicants to the Rental Office’s secure file-drop for emailed applications (or approved drop-off and mail methods). After a filed application package is returned for service, the applicant must serve it under section 71 of the Act and section 4 of the Regulations; the completed proof of service is due to the Rental Office at least five business days before the hearing. Additional evidence must generally reach both the respondent and the Rental Office at least 24 hours before the hearing. Refer to the latest forms and case-specific hearing directions.
Related Northwest Territories tenancy guides
Official sources
Official sources
This is an independent guide. Check the official rules and forms for your case.