Category: Housing

Qalipu First Nation Housing Division is pleased to announce the launch of the Emergency Home Repair Assistance Program, designed to help homeowners safely remain in their homes during urgent situations. The program provides financial support for critical home repairs that, if left unaddressed, could make a home unsafe or unlivable.

The program will provide up to $5,000 in financial assistance for critical repairs and is open to all Qalipu First Nation homeowners living in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Applicants must submit all required supporting documentation, and it is strongly recommended that all applicants and co-applicants review the application in its entirety to ensure that it is complete before submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Applications will be reviewed and approved based on program eligibility and assessment criteria, while funding is available. Applications and full program details can be found here: https://qalipu.ca/forms

For questions or help completing your application, our housing team is available by phone at 709-634-0996 or by email at housingproject@qalipu.ca.

Qalipu First Nation’s Housing Division is pleased to announce the launch of the Pathways to Homeownership: First-Time Homebuyers Program.

This program provides financial assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers to support down payments, with the goal of making homeownership more accessible while promoting long-term housing stability and stronger community connections.

The application period is between 1 May 2026 and 31 October 2026. Applications will be processed by the selection committee, on a rolling basis, while funding remains available. Applicants MUST submit a complete application, including all required supporting documentation, by 31 October 2026.

It is strongly recommended that applicants review the application thoroughly to ensure that all required documents are included. Incomplete applications will not be considered. To be eligible for funding, applicants must:

be a member of Qalipu First Nation. * be between 19–39 years of age.
be a first-time homebuyer.
have a combined annual household net income must be below $150,000.00.
be pre-approved for a mortgage through a recognized lender.
provide a signed affidavit confirming this is his/her first time purchasing a home and a tax assessment.
currently reside within Atlantic Canada.
intend to purchase a home within Atlantic Canada.
not intend to purchase a home through a “rent-to-own” agreement.

Applications can be found here, and below. If you have any questions or require assistance with your application, please contact the Housing Division at housingproject@qalipu.ca or 1-709-634-0996.

Homeownership Program – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)