Funding is based on an in-depth analysis of each organization's plans and activities.
Programs include the Manitoba Games, Team Manitoba's participation in the Canada Games and Western Canada Summer Games, coaches development through the National Coaching Certification Program and support to organizations who are responsible for hosting major national and international sporting events. Sport Manitoba also supports Women in Sport and Drug Education initiatives. The 65,000 square foot Centre for Sport located at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg is home to over 200 professional staff that work for either Sport Manitoba or 64 resident sport organizations and tens of thousands of volunteers. Sport Manitoba recognizes the province's Male and Female Youth Athletes of the Year and the Sport Volunteer of the Year at an annual awards reception. The achievements of Manitoba's athletes and coaches are recognized with the Province of Manitoba Order of Sport Excellence.