Northwest Territories Landlord-Tenant Laws (2026)
NWT's Act is administered by a Rental Officer. No rent cap; deposits capped at one month; entry requires notice; the Rental Officer resolves disputes.
Governing law: Residential Tenancies Act, R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5
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Entry rules
A landlord must give at least 24 hours' written notice to enter for non-emergency reasons.
Repairs
The landlord must keep the unit fit for habitation and in good repair.
The Rental Officer
A single Rental Officer adjudicates landlord and tenant disputes.
Deposits
Capped at one month, held with interest.
No contracting out
Terms conflicting with the Act are void.
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