New board members for PEI

The WCB is pleased to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors:
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B.C. government announces new chair of WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors

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On June 29, 2023, Minister of Labour Harry Bains announced the appointment of Baltej Dhillon as chair of WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors.
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Feedback sought on proposed legislative change for correctional officers making PTSD claims

We want to hear from you. WorkSafeNB has launched a public consultation to seek input on whether to pursue a legislative change under the Workers’ Compensation Act that would provide a presumptive clause for any correctional officer diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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WorkSafeBC holds preliminary average base premium rate flat for employers in 2024

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Seventh straight year that the average base rate will be 1.55 percent WorkSafeBC announced today that the preliminary average base rate for 2024 will remain unchanged at 1.55 percent of employers’ assessable payroll. Subject to final approvals by WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors, this
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WCB Nova Scotia welcomes Karen Adams as CEO

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HALIFAX, NS – Karen Adams (she/her) will be WCB Nova Scotia’s new Chief Executive Officer.
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#Practicesafework ads ‘Slay’ according to young target audience

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Toronto, July 24, 2023 – The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) is trying to break down young people’s wall of invincibility with its newest #PracticeSafeWork campaign that uses funny ads with animal animations to get them talking.
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Care Closer to Home – WorkSafeNB adopts new service delivery model

WorkSafeNB has rolled out a new rehabilitation care model that allows clients to remain in their homes and closer to their support networks. The new model was adopted following comprehensive consultation with New Brunswick’s stakeholders, workers, and employers and a trial period.
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Saskatchewan WCB seeking customer feedback

Regina, Sask., July 12, 2023 – In the month of July, the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) will be reaching out to customers across the province to gather feedback to help improve WCB services.
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New President and CEO to Lead Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission

Iqaluit, NU (July 11, 2023) – Jenni Bruce, Chair of the Governance Council of the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC), is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Hunt as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the WSCC effective October 2nd , 2023.
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WorkSafeBC reminds employers to protect indoor and outdoor workers from the risk of heat stress

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Last year, WorkSafeBC accepted 81 workers’ claims related to heat stress injuries Richmond, B.C. (July 6, 2023) — With temperatures on the rise across several regions of B.C., WorkSafeBC is reminding employers to be aware of heat-related risks to their workers — both indoors and outdo
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