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Health cards will soon be available for Manitobans on their mobile devices as Premier Wab Kinew, Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Uzoma Asagwara, and Innovation and New Technology Minister Mike Moroz announced Monday that applications for digital health cards are now open.
“Digital health cards put Manitobans in control of their own information, make it easier to access care, and support a safer, more responsive health system,” said Kinew in a news release. “Over the past year, we’ve moved from paper health cards to plastic and now to a digital option. It is a practical step that reflects our focus on patient safety, accessibility and putting people first as we make health care better for families.”
Manitobans will be able to book appointments at participating clinics provincewide online through MediNav, which launched in 2025.
“We eliminated the backlog of health card wait times, and now we’re making the process even faster,” said Asagwara in a news release. “For Manitobans who are already registered, the digital health card will be available right away. No waiting, no delays. This is about making health care more accessible and responsive for families across the province.”
By carrying the digital health card, Manitobans will have secure access to their information and can present it when receiving care. When they sign up, there is the option to have a digital card, a plastic card, or both. Those currently with a paper card can request a digital card at any time, the ministers noted.
The change will support patient safety legislation and create a more efficient patient experience, and give Manitobans greater confidence and autonomy in navigating the health system, Kinew noted.
“The MB Wallet app makes health care more mobile. It is convenient, secure and easy to use,” said Moroz in a news release. “By offering this service, Manitoba is putting families at the forefront of modern, accessible health care.”
Manitobans can download the MB Wallet free of charge from the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app allows access to digital credentials while offline. To protect privacy, users remain in control of when to use their credentials and what information they choose to share.
For more information or to apply for a digital health card, visit https://gov.mb.ca/health/mhsip/digitalhealthcard.html.
