When do I report a traffic accident?
| June 11, 2018
If someone involved in the collision is injured, there is smoke or fire coming from a vehicle or there is imminent danger, please call 9-1-1 immediately. For less serious collisions where vehicles are not operable, please call the Winkler Police Service at 204-325-0829 during office hours or 204-325-9990 after hours...
When are the reduced speed limits for the school zones in effect?
| June 11, 2018
The speed limit when passing through a marked school zone in the City of Winkler is 30 km/hr during the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, September through June.
Is it legal to overtake and pass a vehicle on the right?
| June 11, 2018
According to the Highway Traffic Act, no driver shall overtake and pass another vehicle upon the right, (a) when the movement cannot be made with reasonable safety; or (b) by driving off the roadway.
How much tint is acceptable on vehicle windows?
| June 11, 2018
According to the Highway Traffic Act, no motor vehicle shall be equipped with window tinting to the immediate right or left of the driver’s seat that: (a) reduces light transmission to less than 50%; or (b) increases light reflection to more than 35%.
When riding a bicycle, do I have to wear a helmet?
| June 11, 2018
In Manitoba, it is law that cyclists under 18 years of age wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet. Failure to do so may result in a fine or ticket.
What are the rules and regulations for operating motorized mobility aids, mopeds and bicycles?
| June 11, 2018
For information regarding the rules and guidelines regarding motorized mobility aids, please visit: Mobility Aid Safety For information regarding moped and motorcycle safety, and motorcycle and moped body styles, please visit: Moped & Motorcycle Safety Motorcycle & Moped Body Styles For information regarding cycling, sharing the road with bicycles, and...
Is the use of off road vehicles permitted by the City of Winkler?
| June 11, 2018
According to the City of Winkler By-Law 2032-11, all snowmobiles and “off road” vehicles including, but not limited to, dirt bikes, quads, three wheelers, and unlicensed motor bikes are herewith prohibited from operating on all streets, ditches, boulevards, public parks, playgrounds and golf courses within the City of Winkler, whether...
What are the regulations regarding car/booster seats?
| June 11, 2018
For information regarding which car/booster seat your child is required to use based on their age, height and/or weight, please visit the following websites: http://www.gov.mb.ca/health/hep/injury/booster.html http://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/regs/current/_pdf-regs.php?reg=89/2013
