Programs & Services
The K’asho Got’ı̨nę Housing Society (KGHS) offers programs that help residents of Rádeyı̨lı̨ Kǫ́ (Fort Good Hope) build stability, skills, and self-sufficiency. From supportive housing and home repairs to trades training and pathways to ownership, our services work together to create safe, sustainable homes and strong community connections.
Kádúyí́le Supportive Living
KGHS’s Kádúyí́le Program provides hopeful and supportive housing for men, women, and families. Our approach is compassionate, culturally aware, and focused on helping residents build stability, skills, and confidence.
Kádúyí́le Men’s Home
The Kádúyí́le Men’s Transition Home is a four-bedroom house with shared spaces including a kitchen, dining room, lounge, study area, laundry, and an on-site staff office. Bedrooms are private; common areas are shared and cared for by everyone.
How long can I stay?
Who is eligible?
What’s expected in the Home
Programs that support your goals
How the Coordinator helps
The Home Coordinator:
Co-creates your Personal Plan and supports daily living
Connects you with employment opportunities through local partners
Calculates rent based on income, encouraging steady work and financial responsibility
Independent Affordable Rental Units
Phase II of the Kádúyí́le Program will add six modular homes. Residents in these units will receive ongoing support from the Kádúyí́le Home Coordinator.
Rent geared to income
Status: Expected to be available by the end of 2025
Home Repair & Maintenance
Support for repairs and maintenance of privately owned homes is one of our key priorities.
KGHS is developing programs that make it easier for Fort Good Hope homeowners to repair, maintain, and protect their homes.
How the Program Works
If you own your home and are not eligible for Housing NWT support, KGHS may be able to assist. Our program connects residents with skilled labour, materials, and financial assistance for essential home repairs.
Steps to Access Support
Register your home at the KGHS office in Fort Good Hope.
You’ll be added to our homeowner registry.
When repair funding becomes available, KGHS will contact you about eligibility.
Each year, KGHS focuses on specific repair areas such as roofing, windows, or insulation to reduce costs and build local expertise.
Emergency Callout Repairs
KGHS can coordinate emergency repairs that pose immediate health or safety risks, such as:
Frozen sewer tanks or lines
No-heat situations
Other critical housing issues
(Emergency repairs are offered in partnership with Housing NWT and may depend on available resources.)
Preventative Maintenance Work
In partnership with Housing NWT, KGHS completes annual preventative maintenance for registered homes, identifying and addressing small issues before they become costly problems.
Pre-Apprenticeship & Trades Training
The K’asho Got’ı̨nę Housing Society supports residents in gaining the skills and certification needed to become certified construction tradespeople. These programs empower community members, strengthen the local economy, and reduce reliance on outside contractors.
Building Local Trades Capacity
KGHS partners with Aurora College and Chief T’Selehye School to deliver hands-on training and education that prepare residents for work in construction, maintenance, and technical trades.
Categories of Trades
KGHS focuses on trades that directly impact local housing and infrastructure.Category A
High Priority:
Carpenter
Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator
Housing Maintainer
Category A
Low Priority:
Insulator (Heat and Frost)
Locksmith
Painter and Decorator
Roofer
Category B
High Priority:
Construction Electrician
Gasfitter A / Gasfitter B
Heavy Equipment Technician
Oil Heat Systems Technician
Plumber
Pathways to Certification
Residents can qualify for an apprenticeship through one of the following:
Achieve 70% or higher on the Trades Entrance Exam
Meet the required high school course grades
Pass five GED tests
Once qualified, students register as apprentices, gain experience under certified tradespeople, and complete the hours needed for certification.
Program Initiatives
KGHS plans to expand this initiative to all Sahtú residents in the coming years.SNAP Program (Chief T’Selehye School)
For high school students aged 16+, this program combines academics with apprenticeship experience so participants can earn credits and trade hours at the same time.
Building Trades Helper Program (Aurora College Partnership)
A three-month introductory course offering hands-on training and foundational construction skills for adults in Fort Good Hope.
Trades Awareness Program (Fort Smith)
In 2022, KGHS partnered with Aurora College and Chief T’Selehye School to send eight students to Fort Smith for a week of hands-on trade exploration alongside peers from across the North.
Looking Ahead
KGHS aims to create a local network of skilled tradespeople capable of managing construction, maintenance, and repair projects within Fort Good Hope — building a strong, self-reliant community.
Homeownership & Affordable Rentals
Fort Good Hope has one of the highest rates of private homeownership in the Northwest Territories, reflecting the community’s independence and resilience. KGHS is working to expand these opportunities through affordable housing development and pathways to ownership.
ContactContact Us
To learn more about any of our programs
or to apply for support, reach out to our team:
Building Pathways to Homeownership
Our goal is to make it easier for residents to:
Buy, maintain, or improve their homes
Access affordable rental options while working toward ownership
Receive repair assistance for existing properties
This program is in early development and will be updated as new opportunities become available.