Airbnb’s Impact in Manitoba
Airbnb’s Economic Impact in Manitoba
Hosting on Airbnb creates an additional income stream for hosts, fuels visitor spending in communities, supports jobs across multiple industries and contributes substantial tax revenue for local governments.
CA$100M+
In Total Economic Contribution to GDP1
CA$40M+
In Total Tax Revenue1
1,800+
Total Jobs Supported1
Estimated economic impact figures listed are for Manitoba. Learn more about the economic impact methodology.
Host Community Snapshot
Understanding the motivations and demographics of hosts on Airbnb
80%
of hosts confirm hosting on Airbnb is not their primary occupation2
56%
of hosts say hosting on Airbnb allows them to meet the rising cost of living2
53%
of hosts confirm hosting on Airbnb has helped them stay in their home2
46%
of hosts self-report having a total annual household income below CA$100K2
Metrics listed above are for Canada
57%
of hosts self-identify as women3
12%
of hosts self-report being over 60 years of age3
CA$10,000+
Typical annual earnings for hosts4
Guest Community Snapshot
Understanding why guests travelling to Manitoba choose Airbnb.
15%
of guests travelling with children: trips with at least one child or infant on the reservation3
30%
of guests who say their trip could not have been accommodated by hotels2
49%
Guests whose trip originated within 300 kilometres (186 miles) of their destination5
Guest Origins5
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Brandon, Manitoba, Canada
- Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
1 as of 31 December 2025
2 Self-reported through a survey to the Airbnb community from July 2025 to June 2026
3 Self-reported on Airbnb Platform as of 30 June 2026
4 Airbnb data for 2025, "typical" means median
5 Airbnb trip data for 12-month period ending on 30 June 2026