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Farm Land Ownership

The Farm Lands Ownership Act limits foreign interest in farmland to 40 acres in Manitoba. By limiting foreign speculation in farm land, the Act maintains opportunities for Canadians to acquire farmland in Manitoba for agricultural purposes and supports the development of strong rural communities in Manitoba. Non-Canadian individuals and corporations may apply for an exemption to acquire an interest in more than 40 acres of farmland in Manitoba. In assessing an application for an exemption factors as the public interest, the potential benefit to Manitoba and the specific circumstances of the applicant are considered.