If you want to get things on your own, or if you need a replacement, check out how in the info below. Remember, it usually takes upwards of 6-8 weeks for new ID to arrive.

 Birth Certificate at 254 Portage Ave.

Apply at the Vital Statistics Building or online. This ID is needed to get most other IDs, or do things like open a bank account. They will ask you about your name, place of birth and info about your parents. There is a cost of $30 as of July 2020. To apply online visit https://vitalstats.gov.mb.ca/how_to_apply.html

Health Card at 300 Carlton St.

This is needed anytime you see a doctor. If you have kids, they will be listed on your card. If you are under 18, you are listed on your parent’s card, usually your moms. When applying for your own for the first time they may ask for ID or your SIN. Anytime you move you need to update your address by calling 204-786-7101. A replacement card is always free.

 SIN

To get a Social Insurance Number (SIN) Visit Service Canada in Portage Place Mall (393 Portage Ave), or apply online at https://sin-nas.canada.ca/en/Sin/. You will need your birth certificate or proof of Canadian residency to apply. You need a SIN for taxes, for jobs and for many programs including EIA.

 Drivers License or Manitoba ID

Driver License or Manitoba ID is through MPI. It’s helpful for anytime someone asks for photo ID or proof of age. A driver’s license allows you to drive, while a Manitoba ID looks similar, but you are not allowed to drive. You don’t need both IDs, just one or the other.

 To get a driver’s license you’ll book an appointment by calling MPI. First you have to take a written test to get a learners and then after some practice, you’ll move on to the road test. You will need a car for the road test.

 To get your Manitoba ID visit any Autopac centre/insurance store -they are all over the place including in malls. This ID costs $20 and is good for 5 years. Make sure you bring supporting documents. You need two pieces of ID such as your birth certificate. If you don’t have two pieces, you can use one piece and have someone fill out Declaration of Guarantor for Proof of Identity. We’d suggest getting help from one of the places listed above.