Manitoba
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- The Manitoba Legislature: Debates and Proceedings, Publications
- Government Directories, Links, and Services
- Government Publications
- Budgets and Financial Plans
- Manitoba Government Statistics
- Historical Government Records and Other Collection
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If you're not sure where to start, consult the Manitoba Government Home page.
Looking for information about Manitoba elections? Visit the Elections page of the Guide.
You will find press releases, announcements and other Manitoba Government news on the Home page of the Guide.
Manitoba Flag
- Legislative TourA virtual tour of the Manitoba Legislative Building.
Contact directories
- Contact GovernmentGeneral inquiry as well as contact information for various government departments.
- Municipal Officials DirectoryRegularly updated directory of council members and senior administrators in Manitoba municipalities.
- 211 Manitoba
Searchable online database of government, health, and social services that are available across the province.
Municipal Governance in Manitoba
- Municipal RelationsWorks with municipalities, planning districts, and non-governmental organizations to provide training, ongoing advice, technical analysis and funding in a variety of areas.
- Index to Cities and TownsPopulations for incorporated centers over 1,000 as per Statistics Canada 2016 figures.
- Residents Portal: Communities in ManitobaPortal for Manitoba residents designed to locate programs and services.
- Association of Manitoba Municipalities
Part of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, divided into seven districts. Municipal map and directory included.
- Manitoba Communities
Links to urban municipalities, rural municipalities, local government districts, and municipal amalgamations (2015) from the Manitoba Historical Society.
The Legislature and its Work
Manitoba joined confederation in 1870, the first legislature beginning March 15, 1871. The current Premier is the Honourable Brian Pallister, the 22nd become Premier of Manitoba. The current Legislative Assembly elected to represent the people of Manitoba has 57 members.
The Manitoba legislature consists of the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba as well as the Legislative Assembly.
- Lieutenant-Governor of ManitobaLinks to the biography, history, roles, responsibilities, events and speeches associated Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba.
- Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)Alphabetical listing of the members of the legislative assembly including their constituencies and parties.
- Rules, Orders and Forms of Proceedings of the Legislative Assembly of ManitobaRules and procedures outlining proceedings in the House of Commons and committees.
Debates and Proceedings
Publications of the Legislature
- Manitoba GazetteThe Gazette is published weekly and is available online, free of charge Wednesday afternoon.
- Printed Statutes, Regulations and other formsThe Manitoba King’s Printer
- Legislative Reporting in Early Manitoba NewspapersDatabase beginning in 1870 that brings together published accounts of Manitoba Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council activities.
Executive Council (Cabinet)
- Office of the PremierContains biographical information about the premier, provincial cabinet, expenses, and more.
- Office of the Auditor GeneralPresents access to various reports as well as an awareness of the role of the Auditor General.
Budgets and Financial Plans
- Manitoba FinanceMade up of varying divisions/branches including but not limited to the Fiscal Research Division, Manitoba Securities Commission, Manitoba Tax Assistance Office, Public Utilities Board, Taxation Division, and the Treasury Board Secretariat.
- Previous Manitoba budgetsBudgets from 1997 to the present as well as budget addresses and budget papers.
Manitoba Government Statistics
- Manitoba Bureau of StatisticsManitoba government's central statistic agency. Notable statistics include population data and demographic information for Manitoba.
- Manitoba Vital Statistics AgencyManages civil records for the province, including birth, marriage and death certificates. You can search their database for unrestricted records and request certified copies of the full documents for a fee. The database includes records of births from more than 100 years ago, marriages from more than 80 years ago, and deaths from more than 70 years ago.
Find Manitoba Government publications
- Manitoba Government Monthly ChecklistCurrent Manitoba government documents from departments, boards, commissions and other agencies. Listings are by issuing body.
- Digital Collection of Manitoba Government PublicationsManitoba government documents from 2000 - present. Included are major reports and public information from departments and government agencies.
Selected Government Publications
- Contract DisclosureInformation on contracts valued at $10,000.00 or more disclosed each month.
- Land Sales and AcquisitionsDisclosure of the sale and purchase of land by the Government of Manitoba
- Public Sector Compensation DisclosureAnnual Compensation Disclosure, and Technical Officer Disclosure
- Sustainable Development: Public RegistryProvides all public registry files that fall under various pieces of legislation such as the Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act, and the Environment Act.
Historical Government Records and Other Collections
- Archives of Manitoba
Collects Manitoba's rich documentary past. The website offers information about its services including how to visit the Archives & search its holdings, research from a distance, copies & reproductions, family history research, and more.
- Manitoba HIstorical SocietyIn addition to their own journal devoted to the history of Manitoba and Western Canada, the MHS has digitized many local history books and made them available free on their website.
- University of Manitoba Archives & Special Collections
Includes literary manuscripts and rare books in the areas of western Canadiana, early Arctic exploration, early Native language syllabics, and more. An index of their holdings is available.
- University of Winnipeg Archives
Contains records of the University of Winnipeg and its founding colleges, rare publications, as well as individuals and organizations affiliated with the university.