Download our printable Manitoba change of address checklist
Our printable Manitoba address change checklist includes governmental agencies, service providers, as well as organizations, all of which you should advise of your move.
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Who should I notify of my new address? The Checklist.
It is important to notify the following organizations and private service providers of your move as soon as possible to ensure an adequate and safe transition to your new home.
List of Organizations, Agencies, and Companies
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Organization/Company |
When to Change Address |
How to Change Address |
Important to know |
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Manitoba Public Insurance
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Within 15 days of your move |
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Once your at the service centre, they will:
More information on changing your address with Manitoba Public Insurance. |
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Manitoba Health |
Within 10 days of your move |
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Some changes require More information on changing your address on your Manitoba Health Card. |
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Electricity Provider
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As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance |
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When you move, your account More information on changing your address with Hydro Manitoba. |
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Financial Institutions
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1 week before you move |
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For many financial institutions, address changes relating to credit cards and bank accounts are done separately/independently! More information on how to change your address with your fianancial institution. |
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Insurance Policies |
2 weeks before you move |
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Your change of address may have an impact on the amount you are paying for your insurance policy. More information on the impact of moving on your insurance policy. |
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Manitoba Pension Laws |
1 to 2 weeks before you move |
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Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) |
1 or 2 weeks before you move |
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More information on how to change your address with the CPP. |
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Old Age Security (OAS) |
As soon as possible |
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More information on how to change your address with the Old Age Security (OAS) |
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Employment Insurance (EI) |
As soon as possible |
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More information on how to change your address with EI. |
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Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) Program |
As soon as possible |
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Mobile Phone Provider |
As soon as possible |
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Home Internet, TV & Phone Provider |
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance |
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Most service providers require at least three weeks notice to schedule an appointment for the installation. When changing your address with your service provider, you might want to change providers at the same time. To find a new internet provider, check out the recommended internet providers near you. More information on how to change your address with your telecom provider. |
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Streaming and Online
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Before the election period |
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To avoid facing any issues with the change of your billing address. More information on how to |
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Rewards Programs |
1 week before you move |
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Many Rewards Programs send discounts by mail. Don’t miss out! |
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Magazines and Newspapers |
Up to 1 month before you move |
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There may be a delay of a few weeks before your address is updated. If you have not received all copies of your magazines or newspapers following your move, contact their customer service. |
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Charities |
Up to 1 month before you move |
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Important for your tax return! |
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Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of Manitoba |
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance |
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Canada Savings Bond |
1 to 2 weeks before you move |
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More information on how to change your address with the Canada Savings Bonds. |
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Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) |
Before or after you move |
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You will also be able to change your address during the annual tax return season; you may have missed impotant communications in the meantime. More information on how to change your address with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). |
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Manitoba Savings Bonds |
1-2 weeks before you move |
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Elections Manitoba |
Before the election period |
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Elections Canada |
Before the election period |
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Your address must be up to-date in order to vote in your new district. During election periods, your change of address must be done in person. More information on how to change your address with Elections Canada. |
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Employer |
Before the election period |
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Boat Permit |
Before the election period |
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Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (Arms Permit) |
Notify any change of address within 30 days |
Royal Canadian Mounted |
It is the law to inform the RCMP of your address change. Have your license number on hand when contacting them. RCMP Renewal notices are sent to the address you provided. If you did not receive an application renewal notice, you should call 1- 800-731-4000 to confirm that the Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) has your coreect address on file More information on how to change your address on your arms permit. |
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Pharmacist |
On your last visit before you move |
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It is important to talk to your pharmacist to transfer you file to a new pharmacy, if required. Please note that some prescriptions are not transferable and you might therefore need a new prescription. |
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Dentist |
On your next visit/call |
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Library |
On your next visit/call |
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Municipality |
When visiting your notary’s office |
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Graduate/Alumni Associations |
Before or after you move |
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Associations sometimes send promotional discounts. Change your address to take advantage of the promotions! |
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Manitoba Student Aid |
1-2 weeks before you move |
Online through your Manitoba Student Aid account |
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University |
Before the election period |
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It is important to change your address to receive your transcripts! |
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Car Manufacturer |
Before or after you move |
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It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle! |
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Car Dealership |
Before or after you move |
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It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle! |
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Medical Clinic |
On your next visit/call. |
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Union |
Before or after you move |
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More information on changing your address with your union. |
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Professional Association |
Before or after you move |
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More information on changing your address with your professional association. |
