Drinking age in Manitoba (2026)
Last reviewed: 29 October 2026
In short: In Manitoba the age of majority is 18, and supplying liquor to a minor is prohibited. A parent, guardian or spouse may give liquor to a minor in a residence. Consuming liquor in a public place is prohibited.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to buy beer and wineBuying and drinking alcohol | 18 years [1] |
| Minimum age to buy spiritsBuying and drinking alcohol | 18 years [1] |
| Drinking by younger people with an adultBuying and drinking alcohol | The ban on giving liquor to a minor does not apply to a parent, guardian, spouse or common-law partner giving it in a residence, to health care professionals for medical purposes, or for sacramental purposes. [2] |
| Drinking in public placesBuying and drinking alcohol | Except as the Act permits, a person must not consume liquor, or possess liquor in an opened or unsealed container, in a public place. Liquor may be consumed only in a residence, licensed or permitted premises or a private place defined in the regulations. [2] |
| Where and when alcohol is soldBuying and drinking alcohol | Except as the Act permits, no one may give, sell or otherwise supply liquor to a minor, and a minor must not possess or consume liquor. [2] |
Notes
- The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act does not define "minor"; the age of 18 comes from section 1 of the Age of Majority Act. The Act defines "young person" (under 19) for other purposes.
Sources
- Government of Manitoba: The Age of Majority Act, C.C.S.M. c. A7 (consulted 29 October 2026) · all sources
- Government of Manitoba: The Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Control Act, C.C.S.M. c. L153 (consulted 29 October 2026) · all sources
Manitoba and neighbouring provinces and territories
| Province or territory | Minimum age to buy beer and wine | Minimum age to buy spirits | Drinking by younger people with an adult | Drinking in public places | Where and when alcohol is sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manitoba | 18 | 18 | Parent/guardian at home | Banned in public places | No supply to under 18s |
| Saskatchewan | 19 | 19 | Parent/guardian in private place | Banned unless area designated | No sales to under 19s |
More rules in Manitoba
- CannabisPossession for personal use: Legal within limits (19+) · Growing at home: Yes, up to 4 plants (since 1 May 2025)
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 90 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceEarliest age to drive a car supervised: 16, with an experienced supervisor
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Power-assisted bicycle · Minimum age: 14 years
- Fireworks
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $16.40 per hour
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 18 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 18
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