Northwest Territories Eviction Laws (2026)
NWT tenancies are administered by a Rental Officer, who adjudicates disputes and issues orders. Notices are prescribed; only a Rental Officer's order leads to a lawful eviction.
Governing law: Residential Tenancies Act, R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5
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The Rental Officer
A Rental Officer administers the Act, holds hearings, and issues orders, including terminations and possession.
Non-payment
For unpaid rent, the landlord can apply to the Rental Officer; the tenant can often remedy by paying.
For-cause
Damage, disturbance, or breach support termination on prescribed timelines.
Periodic tenancy
Ending a month-to-month tenancy without cause requires the prescribed notice.
Enforcement
Orders are enforced legally, not by self-help.
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