Child and Youth Programs

Manitoba Prenatal Benefit

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of eating healthy during pregnancy.

What does the benefit provide? A connection to early prenatal care A monthly benefit to help you eat healthy foods during pregnancy Referrals to a Healthy Baby Community Support program and resources   To apply for the Benefit, you need to: Fill out a Prenatal Benefit application form (PDF). Application forms can be downloaded from this site (PDF), picked up in medical offices, community agencies, and government offices, or can be obtained from the Healthy Baby Prenatal Benefit Office. Provide a medical note from your health care provider, confirming your pregnancy and expected due date. The amount you will receive is based on your income. You could get between $10.00 to $81.41 a month. If you are approved for the benefit, you can start to receive monthly cheques in your second trimester of pregnancy until the month your baby is due.

Manitoba Prenatal Benefit Forms and Information

• Healthy Baby Prenatal Benefit Application Form (PDF)
  
  
• Newcomer to Canada Form (PDF) - In addition to completing the Manitoba Prenatal Benefit form, newcomers to Canada who have not filed an income tax return must complete this form and provide required documents.
  
  
• Change in Employment of Family Status (PDF) - This form must be completed by applicants who have a current year income that is significantly less than their net family income from the previous taxation year.
  
  
• Declaration of Income for Minor Applicants (PDF) - In addition to completing the Manitoba Prenatal Benefit application form, applicants 18 years and under, who have not filed an income tax return must complete this form.  Applicants who do not have a Social Insurance Number (SIN) must also include a completed copy of the SIN application form.(PDF)
  
  
• Read the Manitoba Prenatal Benefit Regulation (PDF).

Contact us to learn more about the Manitoba Prenatal Benefit:

Manitoba Prenatal Benefit
Provincial Services
Community Service Delivery
100-114 Garry Street,
Winnipeg, MB  R3C 4V4
Ph: 204-948-7368
Fax: 204-945-3930
Toll Free: 1-877-587-6224
Email: incsup@gov.mb.ca