The property must be being used habitually for one of the targeted activities, creating an adverse effect on the community. Closure Order Order to close a building for up to 90 days can be obtained, with judicial approval, when the Director applies for a Community Safety Order. Seeking Additional Closure Orders Provisions allow the Director to apply for additional closure orders if the problem persists or if a closure is not originally ordered. The director can issue a warning letter to an owner without judicial approval or pursue dispute resolution outside of the courts. The confidentiality of the name and address of complainant is guaranteed.
Disclosure can only occur if a complainant consents or proceeds with their own application to court.
The Director can compel production of business records during an investigation. Appeal Appeals are allowed, with leave from the court. Legal Counsel A Crown counsel from Manitoba Justice can pursue orders under the Act. Citizens may proceed on their own only if Director decides not to proceed.