How To Transfer Car Registration From Manitoba to Another Province?
Manitoba vehicle registration cannot be transferred to other provinces due to distinct regulatory frameworks and administrative procedures governing vehicle registration in each Canadian jurisdiction.
When relocating from Manitoba, vehicle owners must initiate new registration processes with the motor vehicle administration authority in the new province.
Provinces
Alberta
- Importing a vehicle into Alberta
- Register a vehicle in Alberta
- Out-of-Province Vehicle Registration - AMA
British Columbia
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
- How to Register a Vehicle - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
- Frequently Asked Questions - Motor Registration
- Inspection Requirements
Nova Scotia
- Vehicle Registration (Certificate) - Government of Nova Scotia
- Registry of Motor Vehicles - Service Nova Scotia
Ontario
- Register an out of province vehicle in Ontario
- Register vehicle permit, licence plate and sticker
- Application for Vehicle Registration form (SR-LV-006)
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Territories
Northwest Territories
- Register a vehicle for the first time
- Transfer a vehicle registration
- Book an inspection for right-hand-drive vehicles
Nunavut
- Commercial Vehicle Registration in Nunavut
- Private Vehicle Registration in Nunavut
- Register a Vehicle for the First Time
Yukon
Upon completing the registration process in the new province, Manitoba vehicle owners should cancel their existing Manitoba registration and surrender their license plates to an Autopac agent or Manitoba Public Insurance Service Centre. Vehicle owners must complete a signed cancellation form and provide copies of the new driver's licence and vehicle registration documents to Manitoba Public Insurance.
Documentation Requirements for Other Provinces
Other jurisdictions may request documentation from Manitoba to register a vehicle that was previously registered in the province. Required documents typically include:
Vehicle Registration Certificate (Transfer of Ownership Document)
- Issued only to the current registered owner of the vehicle
- Serves as proof of valid registration with Manitoba Public Insurance
- Required only for vehicles driven on public roadways in Manitoba
- The Transfer of Ownership Document (TOD) portion should be retained as proof of vehicle ownership
- Does not constitute proof of ownership during private sales
- May not necessarily transfer with the vehicle during ownership changes
Claims Experience Letter
- Available to current registered owners moving out of Manitoba
- Confirms the history of at-fault claims made to Manitoba Public Insurance within the last 10 years
- Prepared for insurance purposes to assist with premium reductions in other jurisdictions
- Does not constitute proof of ownership
- Cost: $15
- Must be requested through Manitoba Public Insurance Contact Centre at 204-985-7000 or toll-free 1-800-665-2410
Driver Abstract
- Contains information on the driver's record, including convictions, suspensions, cancellations, at-fault accidents, or prohibitions
- Usually requested by employers or insurers for verification purposes
- Cost: $10
- Must be requested at an Autopac agent or Manitoba Public Insurance Service Centre
- Request forms can be submitted by fax or mail
Proof of Ownership Documentation
Before purchasing a vehicle previously registered in Manitoba, contact the motor vehicle department in your destination jurisdiction to confirm acceptable documentation. Two primary options are recognized:
- Bill of Sale proving ownership
- Transfer of Ownership Document (TOD) from the Manitoba vehicle registration certificate
Privacy Legislation and Information Protection
Manitoba maintains comprehensive privacy protection under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Personal Health Information Act, and the Drivers and Vehicles Act. Key privacy considerations include:
Registrar's Information Release Limitations
Manitoba Public Insurance cannot release documents containing personal information of previous registered owners for vehicle registration purposes in other jurisdictions. This protection ensures:
- Confidentiality of former owner information
- Protection of personal identification details
- Compliance with provincial privacy standards
- Secure handling of historical registration records
Information Access Restrictions
Manitoba's privacy legislation specifically restricts the release of personal driving and motor vehicle information, protecting:
- Previous owner contact information
- Historical ownership details
- Confidential registration records
- Private transaction information
Only Manitoba Public Insurance employees who require personal information to provide driver or vehicle services or to manage programs are authorized to access it. Under Manitoba's privacy legislation and the Drivers and Vehicles Act, there are limited situations in which Manitoba Public Insurance can disclose information without consent, primarily for law enforcement, government operations, and program administration.
Government Agencies and Contact Information in Manitoba
Manitoba Public Insurance Contact Centre
Box 6300, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A4
Phone: (204) 985-7000 (Winnipeg)
Toll-free: 1-800-665-2410
Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Official Website: Manitoba Public Insurance
Manitoba Public Insurance – Driver Record and Suspensions
Box 6300, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A4
Fax: (204) 985-8105
Toll-free Fax: 1-866-317-3267
Services: Driver abstracts, driver record requests
Manitoba Public Insurance – Basic Autopac Services
510-234 Donald Street, Box 6300, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4A4
Phone: (204) 985-7000
Toll-free: 1-800-665-2410
Services: Claims experience letters, registration documentation, policy cancellations