windshield insurance claim

Step-by-Step: Filing an Auto Glass Claim in Manitoba

Cracked windshield? Shattered side glass? If you're a Manitoba driver, filing an MPI auto glass claim is easier than you think - especially when you let GlassLab Auto Glass handle it for you.

Here’s how to do it right, fast, and stress-free.

Step 1: Determine If You Need a Police Report

If your damage was caused by:

• Vandalism
• Theft
• Hit and run

...you must file a police report first. You can file one online via the Winnipeg Police Service if it's a non-violent incident.

You will need the police file number to proceed with your MPI claim.

Step 2: Choose How You Want to File the Claim

You have two options:

Option 1: Contact MPI Directly

• Call 204-985-7000 or visit mpi.mb.ca
• Be prepared to wait on hold for 30–45 minutes
• You’ll need your driver’s license, registration, and police report number (if applicable)

Option 2: File Directly with GlassLab Auto Glass

• Visit GlassLab.ca and click Open a Claim, or simply give us a call
• Submit your basic info and police report number (if needed)
• We handle everything: paperwork, MPI communication, scheduling, and repairs

No MPI phone calls. No paperwork. No stress. Just convenience.

All you have to do is open a claim online or call us—we take care of the rest.

Step 3: Schedule Your Repair

Once the claim is submitted, our team will:

• Confirm your MPI eligibility
• Schedule mobile or in-shop service
• Handle pickup and drop-off if needed
• Complete the repair or replacement fast (often same-day)

Why GlassLab Makes Filing MPI Claims Easier

• MPI Accredited Repair Shop
• Direct Billing to MPI (no out-of-pocket costs for most claims)
• No long wait times—we process the claim for you
• Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
• Free Pickup & Drop-off anywhere in Winnipeg
• Extreme convenience: Open a claim online or give us a call—we do the rest

You don’t have to be an insurance expert. Just let GlassLab handle it.

Quick FAQ

Do I always need a police report?
Only if the damage was caused by vandalism, theft, or a hit-and-run.

Is chip repair covered by MPI?
Yes—especially if you have the $200 Plus deductible, chip repairs are fully covered.

How long does the repair take?
Stone chip: ~30 minutes. Windshield replacement: 1–2 hours.

Do I need to visit MPI?
No. If you file with GlassLab, we do everything for you.

Ready to Get It Fixed?

Don’t wait on hold with MPI. Skip the paperwork.

Visit GlassLab.ca and click “Open a Claim” or give us a call to get started.

We’ll take care of the claim, handle the repair, and get you back on the road—fast.

GlassLab Auto Glass — Clear Confidence, Zero Hassle.