Adoptive Parent or Sibling (age 18+) of an Adoptee who is deceased
Register for Contact/Search for the Birth Family:
Register for contact only or contact and search services for a birth family member including:
- The adoptee’s birth mother
- The adoptee’s birth father
- The adoptee’s maternal birth siblings
- The adoptee’s paternal birth siblings
By registering for contact only, Manitoba Post Adoption Services will:
- Notify you if a birth family member registers to have contact with you.
- Share identifying information (full name, date of birth, and contact information) with the birth family of the deceased adoptee if they also register.
- Facilitate a reunion by assisting both parties with establishing direct contact with each other.
By registering for contact and search services, Manitoba Post Adoption Services will:
- Search for the selected birth family member(s) if they are 18+ years of age.
- If located the birth family member(s) will be advised of the adoptee’s passing, informed of your interest in contact and given the opportunity to register in order to have a reunion with you.
Note: A search can only be performed for individuals named in the Department's records. A search is not performed for any person under 18 years of age or who has filed a Veto, Contact Preference, or past refusal.
Eligibility:
An adoptive parent or sibling of a deceased adoptee who had their adoption granted in Manitoba.
Note: A death certificate, obituary or funeral service card is required.
An adoptive parent or sibling of a deceased adoptee with their adoption granted outside of Manitoba, must apply for apply for services through the jurisdiction where the adoption was granted.
Applying:
Apply By Mail, Email or In-Person: Download Application (PDF)
Note: Applicants must provide one copy of valid government-issued identification (ID).
