New to Manitoba

Canada Child Benefit

Federal child benefit program for families with children.

Manitoba Child Benefit

Manitoba child benefit program for eligible families.

Rent Assist

Manitoba rent support program for eligible residents.

Harvest Manitoba Food Bank

Food bank support through Harvest Manitoba.

Recreation Programs for Children

City of Winnipeg recreation programs and activities for children.

MPI Driving Theory Quiz

Practice quiz for Manitoba driving theory test.

Driving Instructor

Driving instructor contact.

Arabic and Turkish Grocery Stores

Stores where newcomers may find Arabic, Turkish, halal, and Middle Eastern groceries.

Millad's Supermarket, 460 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1R5.

Semi-Finished / Homemade Food

Contact for semi-finished or homemade food.

Korean Salads and Fitness Trainer

Contact for Korean salads and fitness training.

Children Dental Care

Dental care for newcomers and low-income families.

Adult Dental Care

Adults can also contact Mount Carmel Clinic and ask what dental support is available.

RRSP, TFSA, RESP and Bank Accounts

Before opening RRSP, TFSA, RESP, bank accounts, store accounts, or similar accounts, ask in the community chat. Members may share referral links so both sides can receive bonuses.

TFSA First-Year Warning

At a tax seminar, it was mentioned that newcomers may not be able to open or contribute to TFSA in the first year.

Needs verification. Please confirm with official CRA information or a qualified tax specialist before making decisions.

Russian-Speaking Bank Employee

If you need a Russian-speaking bank employee, ask in the community chat or contact Victoria.

Tax Clinic

Tax clinic information for help with taxes.

Currency Exchange

For larger currency exchange amounts, it may be better to use Currency Mart by non-cash transfer or services like Wise.

Compare rates and fees before making a transfer.

Flavie Centre

Free dishes, furniture, and household items may be available through Flavie Centre.

First Household Items

For first household items, check Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, and thrift stores.

Be careful with used furniture and household items because of possible bed bugs.

Negotiation Tip

It is acceptable to negotiate prices, but do it reasonably.

Sport Stores

Sport stores in Winnipeg.

Sport Chek at Polo Park is one option.

Men's Haircuts

Contacts for men's haircuts.

Women's Haircuts

Contact for women's hairstyles.

Immigration Centre

Russian-speaking contact at the immigration centre.

Ask the community chat for details if needed.

Flipp App

App for checking prices and comparing store flyers.

Mobile Phone Plans

Mobile phone plans in Canada can be expensive. Be careful before signing up.

Ask the community chat before opening a new mobile plan. Someone may have a referral link or advice.

Canoo App

App that may provide newcomer benefits and access to cultural places.

Check eligibility and current offers in the app.