Manitoba Landlord Required Disclosures

Transparent communication between landlords and tenants is legally mandated in Manitoba. The Residential Tenancies Act requires formal up-front disclosures to ensure that tenants are continuously aware of their legal obligations and management's contact details.

Disclaimer: This guide provides general legal information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in Manitoba for advice specific to your situation. Information last verified: March 2026.

Mandatory Information Disclosures

Landlords operating in Manitoba must ensure that tenants have immediate access to specific information, primarily focusing on property management contacts and formal obligations.

Management Contact Information

Landlords or property management companies are legally required to provide the tenant with:

• Their full name or corporate name
• A valid mailing address
• A designated telephone number of the agent or landlord responsible for urgent repairs, receiving documents, and collecting rent.

How to Disclose: This information must be provided in writing. In multi-unit residential buildings (like an apartment complex), landlords can fulfill this requirement by prominently posting an up-to-date notice in a conspicuous place (like a lobby or mailroom).

Lease and Rule Disclosures

Before a tenant signs a tenancy agreement, a landlord must fully disclose:

1. Included Amenities and Utilities: A clear list distinguishing which utilities (heat, water, electricity) and services (parking, laundry) are included in the base rent, and which are the direct responsibility of the tenant.
2. Property Rules: If the building has specific rules (such as pet restrictions, smoking bans, or noise guidelines), these must be explicitly disclosed and attached to the lease agreement. Standard complex rules must be reasonable and apply fairly to all tenants.

Form 1: The Standard Residential Tenancy Agreement

In Manitoba, landlords must utilize either the official RTB "Standard Residential Tenancy Agreement" (Form 1), or a custom document that incorporates identical terms to the official form. The use of this thorough documentation functions as a forced disclosure, outlining exactly the tenant and landlord's obligations as interpreted by the RTB.

Following the signing of the tenancy agreement, the landlord is legally mandated to provide a fully completed and signed copy to the tenant within 21 days.

How Landager Helps

With Landager, landlord and emergency contact information can be systematically stored and distributed directly to tenants via the digital portal. In addition, our lease management tool tracks the crucial 21-day timeline to ensure your tenants receive their fully executed Form 1 agreements without delay.

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