News/Updates
New Housing Project Underway
NPTBDC Indigenous Housing is thrilled to announce that construction has officially begun on a brand-new housing development! This project represents our ongoing commitment to creating safe, affordable, and good quality homes within our community.
Breaking ground on this development is more than just the start of construction—it’s the beginning of new opportunities, stronger neighborhoods, and brighter futures.
The new build will deliver 6 modern housing units (combination of 1- & 2-bedroom units), thoughtfully designed with comfort, accessibility, and sustainability in mind. With a community-focused design, these homes will provide much-needed options for Indigenous senior individuals and couples seeking long-term housing stability.
New tenants can expect to pay affordable or market rent (non-subsidized).
More details regarding the application process will be shared closer to completion of project. We encourage all interested applicants to stay tuned for further announcements.
Site preparation is in its early stages, and we look forward to keeping the community informed as work progresses—stay tuned for key milestones, construction updates and expected timelines for completion as we move forward!
About NPTBDC Indigenous Housing
Our History
The Native People of Thunder Bay Development Corporation was formed by a group of committed volunteers due to the visionary leadership of the late Xavier Michon (1920-1987), founder of the Thunder Bay Indian Friendship Society (1964). Xavier, in addition to key members of the community realized that Aboriginal families, for health reasons, education and employment opportunities, arrived in the city needing safe and affordable housing.
In 1973, the Native People of Thunder Bay Development Corporation (“the Corporation”) was incorporated and started with a small portfolio of units for Aboriginal families and seniors.
By 1986, the Corporation had grown so that we needed more office space and moved out of the Thunder Bay Indian Friendship Centre building to the previous location on Van Norman Street.
On February 26 of 2023, the Corporation celebrated a milestone of 50 years in the business of affordable home development and property management.
In October of 2024, the well-established brand of the Corporation underwent an update and rebranding of its operating name and logo to be known now as NPTBDC Indigenous Housing.
Our Services
NPTBDC Indigenous Housing is a not-for-profit organization, and we have been in the business of home development and property management for over 50 years. The Corporation currently owns and operates 240 housing units that provides safe and affordable homes for Indigenous families and seniors. Some tenants pay low-end market or market rent (non-subsidized) and some pay rent that is geared to their income (RGI, subsidized).
We are required to follow provincial and municipal law when operating and our organization is managed under the direction and guidance by our Board of Directors.
Our annual operating expenses are paid through rent from tenants, subsidies from the government and donations from the surrounding communities. We also budget to save money year-to-year to replace things like windows, doors and roofs.
We are proud of our team of staff and volunteers. They are accountable to providing knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate services for our tenants and buildings. Our dedicated and professional staff are committed to providing quality homes for our community.