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Manitoba · Building codes · Crew briefing

Manitoba adopts the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code

In force since Apr 1, 2026

What changes

Manitoba replaced its electrical code (M.R. 76/2018) with M.R. 30/2026. The new code adopts the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, 26th edition (CSA C22.1:24), with Manitoba amendments. It governs installing and altering wiring connected to Manitoba Hydro's grid, except in mines and quarries. The regulation took effect when Schedule C of The Building and Electrical Permitting Improvement Act (S.M. 2021, c. 37) was proclaimed on April 1, 2026. A companion regulation, M.R. 31/2026, sets performance standards for electrical permits.

What to do

Owners & developers

Electrical work on new builds and renovations must meet CSA C22.1:24 with Manitoba amendments.

  1. Make sure your electrician works to CSA C22.1:24 with Manitoba amendments.Why: M.R. 30/2026 applies since April 1, 2026.

Contractors

Electrical permits and inspections apply the 2024 CEC from April 1, 2026.

  1. Brief your electrical trades on CEC 2024 before permits and inspections.Why: Electrical permits and inspections apply the 2024 code from April 1, 2026.

Trades

Electricians must work to CEC 2024 (26th edition) and Manitoba's amendments.

  1. Get the CEC 2024 (26th edition) and Manitoba's amendments.Why: All wiring connected to Manitoba Hydro's grid must meet them.
  2. Train your electricians on the changes.Why: The old code, M.R. 76/2018, was repealed.

Suppliers

Electrical products must suit CEC 2024 requirements as adopted in Manitoba.

  1. Check that your electrical products suit CEC 2024 as adopted in Manitoba.Why: The 2024 code applies from April 1, 2026.

Designers

Electrical designs must follow CSA C22.1:24 and the Manitoba schedule of amendments.

  1. Design to CSA C22.1:24 and the Manitoba schedule of amendments.Why: M.R. 30/2026 adopts them.

Law: Manitoba Electrical Code, M.R. 30/2026 (The Manitoba Hydro Act); Performance Standards for Electrical Permits Regulation, M.R. 31/2026
Official source: https://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/regs/annual/2026/030.php?lang=en
From ArtBuild Law Updates, https://artbuildcorporation.com/law-updates/view?slug=manitoba-adopts-the-2024-canadian-electrical-code-manitoba. Plain-language summary, not legal advice. The official text governs.