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Manitobans can now apply online for a new plastic health card, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara and Innovation and New Technology Minister Mike Moroz announced Wednesday.
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“Our government has been working hard to move our health-card system into the modern era and we’re thankful to Manitobans’ patience as we take time to get this process right,” said Asagwara. “Over the next few months, we expect the popularity of this initiative to mean it may take some time for every Manitoban to receive an updated card but we’re focused on finally getting this done.”
The new plastic cards will be delivered over the coming months, though paper health cards remain valid and accepted at health-care facilities. A digital health card option will also be available soon.
“I’m sure Manitobans are just as excited as we are to say goodbye to a fading paper card and replace it with a more durable option,” said Moroz. “This is just one step our government is taking to both modernize government services and make sure Manitobans can easily access services they need.”
The new cards will also include individual health cards for children and youth, a change aimed at improving health-care access and record-keeping. In addition, the bilingual cards will allow residents to choose their official language preference, making Manitoba the second jurisdiction in Canada to offer this feature.
To apply for a new Manitoba health card, visit manitoba.ca/health/mhsip.
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