Manitoba Adoption Records
Manitoba is a closed records province. Adoptees still do not have the right to access their original birth certificates, nor can natural parents obtain the adopted names of the child they lost to adoption.
Non-identifying information is available to natural parents, adoptees, and other natural family members. Manitoba also maintains a passive registry and staff will also conduct active searches. Identifying information can only be obtained with prior consent of the person who is being identified.
Obtaining Adoption Information in Manitoba: Adoption Disclosure Service
To register write:
Adoption Disclosure Service Program
Manitoba Post-Adoption Registry
201 – 114 Garry Street
Winnipeg MB R3C 4V5or call 204-945-6964
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