The complete checklist for changes of address in Manitoba
- Last updated on: December 28, 2021
Every year, you subscribe to different services whether it be a new internet provider or a popular magazine. However, no matter how useful or life-changing these services are, when it comes time to pack all your belongings and move, updating the mailing address to all your subscriptions is the last thing on your mind.
To help simplify this task, we have created an easy to use address checklist specific to Manitoba.
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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
When to change your address?
How to change your address?
Important to know
Manitoba Public Insurance
- Driver’s license
- Vehicle registration
Within 15 days of your move
Visit any Autopac Agent or Service Centre in person
Once your at the service centre, they will:
• take a new photograph
• update your address
• provide you with a new
driver’s licence and/or
vehicle registration
More information on changing your address with Manitoba Public Insurance.
Manitoba Health
Card
Within 10 days of your move
- Fill a Notice of Change Form and send it to the Insured Benefits Branch
- Call the Insured Benefits Branch at 204-786-7101
Some changes require
documentation, so make sure you have your most important documents on hand, like (driver’s license, passport). It is also important to bring a proof of current and previous address like identification documents your utility
bill.
More information on changing your address on your Manitoba Health Card.
Electricity Provider
- Hydro Manitoba
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance
- Fill out an online form for moving and account changes
- Through the Manitoba Address Change website
When you move, your account
number will change. If you usually pay your bills online or by phone, make sure to update your new account number with your bank.
More information on changing your address with Hydro Manitoba.
Financial Institutions
- Bank accounts
- Credit cards
- Investments
1 week before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
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.
Insurance Policies
2 weeks before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Your change of address may have an impact on the amount you are paying for your insurance policy.
When moving to a new home, it is important to get at least 3 quotes from reputable insurance, carriers. Do not assume your current home insurance policy is still the right choice for your new living situation.
More information on the impact of moving on your insurance policy.
Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)
1 or 2 weeks before you move
- By calling 1-800-277-9914
- At your nearest Service Canada Centre
More information on how to change your address with the CPP.
Old Age Security (OAS)
As soon as possible
- Call 1-800-277-9914
- Mail your documents to the nearest Service Canada Center or visit this location in person
More information on how to change your address with the Old Age Security (OAS).
Employment Insurance (EI)
As soon as possible
- Using your My Service Canada Account (MSCA)
- By calling 1-800-206-7218
- In person at a Service Canada Center
More information on how to change your address with EI.
Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) Program
As soon as possible
- Using the online Manitoba Address Change Service
- Contact an EIA office at: 204-948-4000 or Toll free: 1-877-812-0014
Home Internet, TV &
Phone Provider
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
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.
Streaming and Online
Services
- Netflix
- Spotify
- Amazon Prime
- Apple Music
Before the election period
- On your online account
To avoid facing any issues with the change of your billing address.
More information on how to
change your address with Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Prime.
Rewards Programs
1 week before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Many Rewards Programs send discounts by mail. Don’t miss out!
Magazines and Newspapers
Up to 1 month before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
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.
Charities
Up to 1 month before you move
- From your online account
- By phone
- For free on MovingWaldo
Important for your tax return!
Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of Manitoba
As soon as possible, up to 1 month in advance
- Contact the WCB Technical Support Team at 954-4803 in Winnipeg or toll-free at 1-866-751-9245
Canada Savings Bond
1 to 2 weeks before you move
- On the online service
- By phone: 1-877 899-3599
More information on how to change your address with the Canada Savings Bonds.
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Before or after you move
- From your online account
- By contacting the CRA at 1-800-959-7383
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).
Elections Manitoba
Before the election period
- Call the Elections MB office at 204-945-3225
- Visit Elections Manitoba
Elections Canada
Before the election period
- By updating your voter registration on the Elections Canada website
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.
Employer
Before the election period
- Notify the Human Resources (HR) department
Boat Permit
Before the election period
- On the Pleasure Craft Electronic Licensing System (PCELS)
- For free on MovingWaldo
Canadian Firearms
Program (CFP) of the
Royal Canadian
Mounted Police (Arms
Permit)
Notify any change of
address within 30 days
- Using your GCKey secure
account - By calling 1-800-731-4000
- For free on MovingWaldo
- By mail (in writing) to the following address:
Royal Canadian Mounted
Police
Canadian Firearms Program
PO Box 1200
Miramichi, New Brunswick
E1N 5Z3
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.
Pharmacist
On your last visit before you move
- In person or by phone
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.
Dentist
On your next visit/call
- Simply mention it at the reception
Library
On your next visit/call
- Simply mention it at the reception
Municipality
When visiting your notary’s office
- With your notary
Graduate/Alumni Associations
Before or after you move
- Online or by phone;
- For free on MovingWaldo
Associations sometimes send promotional discounts. Change your address to take advantage of the promotions!
University
Before the election period
- Online
- By phone with the Registrar’s Office
It is important to change your address to receive your transcripts!
Car Manufacturer
Before or after you move
- Online or by phone;
- For free on MovingWaldo
It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle!
Car Dealership
Before or after you move
- By phone or on your next visit
It is important to change your address to receive notices and reminders about your vehicle!
Medical Clinic
On your next visit/call.
- Simply mention it at the reception
Union
Before or after you move
- Online
- By phone
More information on changing your address with your union.
Professional Association
Before or after you move
- Online on the association’s website
More information on changing your address with your professional association.
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