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Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program

Financial support for seniors’ hearing aids

Offered by
Government of Manitoba
Official source: gov.mb.ca

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Funding available
$ 2,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Who can apply
Manitoba seniors
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Overview

This program offers up to $2,000 in financial support for eligible Manitoba seniors to help with hearing aids. It covers hearing aid purchase, hearing assessment, fitting, and related dealer claim processing.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$2,000
Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Winnipeg
  • Manitoba
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
$ 80,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program guidance updated

The program now says funding is paid directly to the approved provider and applicants should not buy hearing aids before approval.

See more

The Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program now clarifies that funding is paid directly to the approved provider, not to the applicant. It also adds instructions not to purchase hearing aids until the application has been approved and points applicants to additional details on how household income is defined and calculated.

Official source: gov.mb.ca
October 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Manitoba seniors
  • Licensed hearing aid dealers in Manitoba, for claim submission

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants under 65 years of age
  • People who are not residents of Manitoba
  • Applicants whose hearing aids are not prescribed by a licensed Manitoba dealer

Eligible expenses

  • Hearing aid purchase
  • Hearing assessment
  • Fitting of hearing aids

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Batteries and replacement batteries
  • Repairs to existing hearing devices
  • Ear mold replacements and additional ear molds
  • Loss or damage replacement costs

Eligible geographic areas

  • Manitoba

Activities funded

  • Purchase of hearing aids
  • Hearing assessment and fitting related to the hearing aid purchase

How to apply

  • Complete the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program Application Form
  • Obtain a Proof of Income statement from Canada Revenue Agency from the previous full tax year
  • Obtain a hearing assessment document from a certified hearing aid dealer licensed in Manitoba
  • Send all three documents by mail or drop them off in person at 100 - 114 Garry Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4V4
  • Fax your application documents to 204-948-2143

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • CRA Proof of Income statement for the previous tax year
  • Hearing assessment or audiogram from a licensed Manitoba hearing aid dealer

Processing and Agreement

  • Application is reviewed after submission of the required documents
  • Applicants receive an approval letter by mail if eligible
  • The approval letter must be shown to the hearing aid dealer before purchase
  • The dealer submits the claim to the Manitoba Government on the applicant’s behalf
  • The government validates the claim before payment is issued to the dealer

Additional information

  • Private insurance coverage is deducted from the maximum amount payable.
  • Approved applicants receive a letter by mail before purchase.
  • The hearing aid dealer submits the claim on the applicant’s behalf.

Contacts

mbhear@gov.mb.ca
204-945-5588

Official sources

Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care

Program guide

Health, Seniors and Long-Term CareManitoba Seniors Hearing AID Program Hearing AID Dealer Information PackageManitoba Seniors Hearing AID Program Hearing AID Dealer Information Package

Application form

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Supporting document

How to Access Proof of Income Statement OnlineHow to Access Proof of Income Statement Online
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program Program

What is the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program?

This program offers up to $2,000 in financial support for eligible Manitoba seniors to help with hearing aids. It covers hearing aid purchase, hearing assessment, fitting, and related dealer claim processing.

How much funding can be received?

Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program program?

To be eligible for the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program program, you must: Manitoba residents age 65+ Household income below $80,000 Hearing aids prescribed by a licensed dealer

What expenses are eligible under Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program?

Hearing aid purchase Hearing assessment Fitting of hearing aids

Who can I contact for more information about the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program?

You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at mbhear@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-5588.

Where is the Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program available?

The Manitoba Seniors Hearing Aid Program program is available the province of Manitoba.