Frequently Asked Questions - General

What is AccessManitoba?

Why AccessManitoba?

What is a client?

What areas in government are offering services through AccessManitoba?

Why do clients have to sign in as an individual before they can create a business profile?

How do I contact the AccessManitoba help desk?

What if I do not want to use online services?


What is AccessManitoba?

AccessManitoba is a self-service website enabling Manitobans to transact with a variety of business, employment and training-related provincial government organizations. AccessManitoba allows authorized government staff to work together to serve you. Please view the Privacy FAQ for more information.

Why AccessManitoba?

Based on the results of recent client feedback, we know that Manitobans want a variety of service improvements. In addition to accessing government by email, in person and by phone, Manitobans have asked for an online self-service portal and, more importantly, for a more efficient, seamless service.

What is a client?

The Manitoba government refers to anyone who interacts with the government as a "client".

What areas in government are offering services through AccessManitoba?

The following areas in government are offering services through AccessManitoba. The types of services available may vary.

  • Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
  • Jobs and The Economy
    • Apprenticeship Manitoba
    • Employment Manitoba
    • Industry Workforce Development
    • Manitoba Trade (Companies Directory)
  • Finance
    • Taxation
  • Mineral Resources
    • Mines Branch (Integrated Mining and Quarrying (iMaQs) application
  • Manitoba Business Gateways

We will continue to add more business, employment and training services as we further develop AccessManitoba.

Why do clients have to sign in as an individual before they can create a business profile?

Every business needs to have an individual as its representative (or primary contact). This allows us to contact the right person representing the business. Remember to keep your business profile updated with the current primary contact.

How do I contact the AccessManitoba help desk?

Email AccessManitoba@gov.mb.ca. You will be contacted within one business day during regular business hours.

What if I do not want to use online services?

You can continue to apply for some services or request information in-person or by phone, fax or mail. Online access is another way you can choose to interact or transact with government.