Evicting a bad tenant in Manitoba costs ~$6,665.
How Manitoba handles evictions
Mediation often attempted before hearing.
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Manitoba eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Manitoba?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Manitoba at around $6,665 all-in: a $65 filing fee, roughly 2 months of lost rent ($2,600 at a typical $1,300/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Manitoba?
Roughly 60 days (~9 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Mediation often attempted before hearing.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Manitoba?
$65, filed with the Residential Tenancies Branch. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Manitoba?
Evictions in Manitoba are handled by the Residential Tenancies Branch.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Residential Tenancies Branch's published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,000), legal fees ($800) and turnover ($1,200) are round planning figures, the same for every province and territory, not costs measured in Manitoba. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.