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Manitoba Health

Are You Covered?

Orthopaedic Shoes Program

Who is eligible?

Manitoba residents under the age of 18 who require orthopaedic shoes as prescribed by a medical practitioner and do not have the costs paid through other provincial or federal programs are eligible.

What is covered?

Manitoba Health will rebate the following amounts:

  • 50 per cent of the cost of stock shoes up to a maximum of $27.80
  • 50 per cent of the cost of shoes for children with different sized feet to a maximum of $41.80
  • 50 per cent of the cost of custom-made shoes to a maximum of $139.00

An allowance of $5.55 per pair of shoes is also provided for modifications.

How many claims can be made?

Eligible residents may claim two pair of orthopaedic shoes per year plus modifications.  

Is there a deductible?

No deductible is required.

How do I submit a claim?

When you purchase your child’s shoes, obtain a claim form from your supplier.  Send the completed form and original itemized receipt to the address below.

For more information call:

Manitoba Health
Ancillary Programs
300 Carlton Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3M9

Phone:
(204) 786-7365 or 786-7366
Toll free:
1-800-297-8099 ext 7365 or 7366
FAX: (204) 786-6634
TTY/TDD Relay Service: (204) 774-8618 outside Winnipeg: 711 or 1-800-855-0511
E-mail: pharmacare@gov.mb.ca