The NIHB Program has allowance rates that may be provided when a privately owned vehicle is used by an eligible NIHB client to access medically necessary health services.
The rates shown in the table below are in effect as per the dates indicated. The rate applied is the one in effect on the date the trip was taken.
NIHB’s Private Vehicle Kilometric Rates (cents/km)
| Province/Territory MANITOBA | NIHB Jan 1, 2025 * | NJC Apr 1, 2025 | NIHB Apr 1, 2025 ** |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.5 | 22.5 | 26.5 |
* For trips between January 1, 2025 and March 31, 2025
** For trips after April 1, 2025
NIHB’s rates are reviewed alongside the Commuting Assistance Directive Lower Kilometric Rates released by the National Joint Council (NJC), which can be viewed on their website, and are included here for reference.
Indigenous Services Canada’s First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) and the Assembly of First Nations have undertaken a joint review of the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program, including the medical transportation benefit. As part of this process, NIHB Program private vehicle kilometric rates are currently under review and may be revised in future. The rates above are in effect until further notice.
