Serving the Off-Reserve members of Whitefish Lake First Nation #459 · Treaty 8 Territory · Northern Alberta
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Ages 18–59

Adult Support

Stability, self-sufficiency, and quality of life — financial assistance for housing, essential needs, and work-related resources for adult members living off-reserve.

Housing $1,000per member / year

Financial assistance for rent, lease agreements, mortgage payments, or damage deposits — a one-time payment per year.

  • If your monthly cost is under $1,000, the unused portion is applied to the following month(s)
  • Payment goes directly to your landlord, property manager, or mortgage holder
  • Submit your current rental/lease agreement or mortgage document, plus the payee’s direct deposit form or void cheque
  • If you pre-paid, provide last month’s bank statement to verify the payment before reimbursement
  • Housing applications are due by the 10th of each month and require Off-Reserve Committee approval

Essential resources $300per member / year

One-time assistance for basic living needs — food, clothing, utilities, or transportation.

  • Pick an option on the application
  • Direct deposit form or void cheque — funds are deposited to your account

Adult work wear $250per member / year

One-time assistance for purchasing work-related attire for any industry.

  • Provide an employment letter on company letterhead — or proof of active business registration if self-employed
  • Direct deposit form or void cheque for the applicant

Dental / Vision / Medical $200per member / year

Help with health costs not covered by other plans — prescriptions, dental or vision care, and medical equipment.

  • May be used multiple times up to the $200 annual maximum (e.g., $100 dental + $100 vision)
  • Provide medical documentation and invoices/receipts for the expenses
Eligibility: registered WFLFN #459 off-reserve band member aged 18–59, meeting the general eligibility requirements, with a fully completed and signed application. You must have a bank account in your name. The Off-Reserve Liaison can assist.