Child Car Seat Requirements (Manitoba)

In Manitoba, children are legally required to ride in an appropriate child car seat or booster seat until they reach at least 9 years old, 145 cm (4’9″) tall, or 36 kg (80 lbs). Manitoba law requires that all seats used are certified to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Stage 1: Rear-Facing Car Seats

Required for infants and young toddlers.

Children must remain rear-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight limit specified by the seat manufacturer.

Stage 2: Forward-Facing Car Seats

Used after a child outgrows their rear-facing seat.

A properly installed top tether strap is required.

Children should remain in a forward-facing seat until they reach the manufacturer’s height or weight limit.

Stage 3: Booster Seats

Used after a child outgrows their forward-facing seat.

Booster seats are required until a child meets at least one of the following: are 9 years of age or:

• 145 cm (4 ft. 9 in.) tall
• 36 kg (80 lbs.)