Regulating Short-Term Rentals

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link
Small bedroom with a bed and bookshelf, with sunglasses, hat and keys on the corner of the bed.

The City of Winnipeg (the City) is exploring regulations to mitigate negative impacts and concerns caused by short-term rentals. Community concerns include impacts on housing market and rental housing, noise, safety, and loss of sense of community.

Short-term rentals are temporary accommodations (less than 30 consecutive days) in a dwelling such as an apartment, house, or condominium, provided by a property owner or principal tenant in exchange for payment. Common short-term rental platforms include Airbnb, VRBO, and HomeAway. Municipalities have also recognized the value and benefits of short-term rentals, including contributions to the local economy, providing adaptable accommodation options, and an additional source of income.

In the summer of 2022, the City asked for feedback from Winnipeg residents and people in the short-term rentals and related industries to learn more about concerns and opportunities related to short-term rentals to determine the best way to approach regulations.

Learn More


The City of Winnipeg (the City) is exploring regulations to mitigate negative impacts and concerns caused by short-term rentals. Community concerns include impacts on housing market and rental housing, noise, safety, and loss of sense of community.

Short-term rentals are temporary accommodations (less than 30 consecutive days) in a dwelling such as an apartment, house, or condominium, provided by a property owner or principal tenant in exchange for payment. Common short-term rental platforms include Airbnb, VRBO, and HomeAway. Municipalities have also recognized the value and benefits of short-term rentals, including contributions to the local economy, providing adaptable accommodation options, and an additional source of income.

In the summer of 2022, the City asked for feedback from Winnipeg residents and people in the short-term rentals and related industries to learn more about concerns and opportunities related to short-term rentals to determine the best way to approach regulations.

Learn More


  • Zoning-By law amendments and public hearing

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    As directed by Council, the Public Service is reporting back to the Standing Policy Committee on Property and Development with amendments to the Winnipeg Zoning By-law and Downtown Winnipeg Zoning By-law.

    A public hearing will be held at the Standing Policy Committee on Property and Development on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.  If you would like to  participate in the public hearing process, please complete a public representation form by noon on September 12.

  • Council decision and next steps

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link
    supporting image

    On February 23, 2023, Council amended and approved the proposed regulatory framework for short-term rental accommodations. Section 2A to 2O of Council’s decision includes highlights of the regulatory framework.

    The Public Service was directed to report back with amendments to the City’s Zoning By-laws in fall 2023. Once regulations have been adopted by Council, the Public Service has been directed to develop a Short-Term Rental Accommodations handbook which will be available on the City’s website.

  • Decision-making process update

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    On February 14, 2023, the Executive Policy Committee concurred in an amended recommendation of the Public Service.

    The presentation given by the Public Service is available with the minutes from the meeting.


    The next step is Council review. The Regulating Short-Term Accommodations report is on the Council agenda for February 23, 2023.

    Meeting details are available here. Details on submitting comments in writing or appearing in delegation before Council are available at winnipeg.ca/delegation.

  • Public engagement summary now available

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    The public engagement summary and appendices are now available and provide an overview of the feedback collected for the project.

    An administrative report with recommendations for a short-term rental accommodations regulatory program will be considered by the Executive Policy Committee on February 14, 2023. If you would like to appear as a delegation, please contact the City Clerk's Department by noon on February 13, 2023.

    The recommended regulatory program includes recommendations for zoning and land use, licensing and enforcement, and taxation. If Executive Policy Committee and then Council approves the Public Service’s recommendations, the regulatory program will be further refined in another report to Council and formal draft by-law amendments would be prepared for Council’s consideration.

  • Public engagement closed

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    Thank you to all who participated in the public engagement. Public engagement opportunities were available from June 2 to June 30, 2022. The public engagement included an online survey and stakeholder workshops.

    Feedback is currently being considered, and a summary of the engagement and next steps will be posted online.

  • We want to hear from you

    Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this link

    We are seeking input to understand the challenges and opportunities of short-term rentals in Winnipeg. If you are a host or property owner, or have short-term rentals in your neighbourhood, we want to hear from you. Check out the Background and FAQ to learn more, and sign-up to receive updates about the project and stay informed!

    Public engagement activities include an online survey and stakeholder meetings.

    Complete the online survey until June 30, 2022.

Page last updated: 07 Sep 2023, 10:10 AM