Open ProvincesManitoba
Manitoba is a Canadian province. Capital: Winnipeg. Find key facts below and follow the link to the official government site for current services, taxes and programs.
Key figures
- Population
- 1,517,379 2026-07 · 0.6% / 12 m
- Unemployment rate
- 5.0% 2026-10
- Inflation (12 months)
- 4.4% 2026-09
- Average weekly earnings
- $1,244 2026-08
Source: Statistics Canada. Updated automatically. Compare all provinces →
Guides for this province
- Renting in Manitoba: rights, rent increases and average rents
- Working in Manitoba: minimum wage, standards and wages
- Moving to Manitoba: health card, driver's licence and taxes
- Cost of living in Manitoba: prices, rent, wages and taxes
- Buying a home in Manitoba: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in Manitoba: health card, drug plans and dental help
- Studying in Manitoba: tuition, student aid and grants
- Seniors in Manitoba: pensions, supplements and programs
- Taxes in Manitoba: income tax rates, sales tax and take-home pay (2026)
- Families in Manitoba: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Manitoba: nominee program, steps and processing times
| Type | Province |
|---|---|
| Capital | Winnipeg |
| Joined Canada (or created) | 1870 |
| Languages | English (de facto); French-language services in designated areas |
| Sales tax system | GST + provincial sales tax |
| Sales tax rates | GST 5% + Provincial sales tax 7% = 12% (Source: Canada Revenue Agency) |
| Public health plan | Manitoba Health (health card) |
| Driver's licensing body | Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) |
| Official government site | https://www.gov.mb.ca/ |
Rates and amounts change. Each figure on this site shows its official source and the date it was read; confirm on the official page before making a decision.
Programs in this province or territory
Families and children
- Manitoba Child BenefitMonthly help for low-income families with children.
Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Amounts — as published in November 2026 Maximum per child $420 / year
Work and income
- Employment and Income Assistance (EIA)Help with basic living costs for people with no other way to support themselves.
Read the full guide →Amounts — rates of July 2026 General Assistance, one adult, provincial total (EIA + Rent Assist) $946 / month Persons with Disabilities, one adult, provincial total $1,277 / month Earnings kept before benefits fall $200 / month plus 30% of the rest Income Assistance for Persons with Disabilities, extra per adult $105 / month Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- You may qualify if your monthly basic needs and housing costs are more than your total financial resources.
- Liquid assets up to $4,000 per person (maximum $16,000 per family) are allowed.
- The Rewarding Work Health Plan keeps drug, dental and optical coverage for up to two years after you leave EIA for work.
How to get it : Call 204-948-4000 (Winnipeg) or 1-855-944-8111.
Seniors and retirement
- 55 PLUSQuarterly income supplement for lower-income Manitobans aged 55 and over.
Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Amounts — as published in November 2026 Maximum, single person $161.80 every three months Maximum, each person in a couple $173.90 every three months
Health and drugs
- Manitoba PharmacareIncome-based drug coverage once you reach your deductible.
Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Amounts — as published in November 2026 Minimum annual deductible (it rises with income) $100 Coverage once the deductible is met 100% of eligible drug costs
Housing
- Rent AssistMonthly rent help for low-income tenants, whether or not they receive EIA.
Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Amounts — as published in November 2026 Net income limit, single person $29,120 / year Net income limit, household of two to four with children $50,240 / year
Students and training
- Manitoba Student AidOne application for federal and Manitoba loans and bursaries.
Amounts — 2026-27 Canada Student Grant for full-time students (2025/26 figure shown by the province) up to $525 / month Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- Full-time means at least 60% of a full course load (40% with a verified permanent disability).
- From August 1, 2026, students at public institutions outside Manitoba are no longer eligible for the Manitoba Bursary, with some exceptions.
- You can choose to receive only the grants you are eligible for, without taking a loan.
How to get it : One online application every year to Manitoba Student Aid.
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Guides
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