Member News
Stay informed on the latest news concerning workers' compensation from both the national media and each of our member jurisdictions.
Stay informed on the latest news concerning workers' compensation from both the national media and each of our member jurisdictions.
WorkSafeNB is raising awareness this November about radon exposure and lung cancer risks. Stay tuned for tips, resources, and a contest to help you protect your health!
Read moreSt. John’s, NL – WorkplaceNL’s 2025 average assessment rate remains stable at $1.73 per $100 of assessable payroll, which includes a temporary $0.21 discount.
Read moreWorkSafeNB supports New Brunswick’s 26,000 small businesses by providing resources like the New Employee Orientation Guide, free safety consultations, and the Working to Well program for injury recovery. These tools empower small businesses to prioritize workplace safety, fostering safer environments and a stronger provincial economy.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia partners with health providers to ensure timely, quality care after workplace injuries, recently reinforcing contract standards for accountability. In rare cases, provider relationships may end to protect system integrity and worker care.
Read moreUnder the OHS Regulation, employers are responsible for ensuring workers receive prompt, easily accessible, and appropriate first aid treatment. The new amendment will impact first aid requirements across many workplaces, particularly for those that have areas that are not accessible to BC Emergency Health Services or are remote.
Read moreSilica, a key component in materials like cement, bricks, and tiles, is one of the most common health hazards faced by workers in New Brunswick.
Read moreThe 2024 Workplace Safety and Insurance System (WSIS) annual meeting took place Oct. 10th.
Read moreWorkplaceNL awarded RothLochston Constructors Inc. and Emma Dawe for their outstanding commitment to workplace safety, highlighting their proactive efforts and leadership in maintaining safe environments.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia has launched a new web reporting service and toll-free number for reporting non-compliance, enhancing system integrity.
Read moreFour awards were presented to leaders who excel in workplace safety at WorkSafeNB’s annual Health and Safety Conference in Fredericton.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to release a guide to help employers safely introduce employees to their workplace.
Read moreEarlier this September, the Governor in Council, following the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Skills, and Immigration, appointed two new members to the WCB Nova Scotia Board of Directors.
Read moreWorkSafeNB has lowered the average assessment rate for the fifth consecutive year. Join the upcoming AGM to hear President and CEO Tim Petersen discuss recent achievements and future plans.
Read moreSt. John’s, NL – Over the past five years, musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) accounted for 70 per cent of WorkplaceNL injury claims involving lost time from work. This impactful statistic underscores the importance of education and prevention when it comes to MSIs.
Read moreNew regulations come into effect Oct. 1, 2024, that aim to improve the safety of tower cranes in British Columbia.
Read moreWorkplace injury declined in the first quarter of 2024, and the WCB improved on key measures of customer service, as the organization released its first quarterly report under the Protect More Strategic Plan 2024-2030.
Read moreDiavik Diamond Mine Inc. appeared in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court in Yellowknife and entered a guilty plea to one offence under the Northwest Territories’ Mine Health and Safety Act.
Read moreWorkers’ Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) announced 2025 assessment rates, the 2025 maximum annual earnings rate and an upcoming employer rebate at their annual information meeting today.
Read moreProgress in injury prevention needs to continue, change is needed in return to work, and service needs to improve – those are the themes of WCB Nova Scotia’s response to the report of the Workers’ Compensation Review Committee.
Read moreThe Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister Responsible for WorkplaceNL, today announced the appointment of Louise Bradley as the Injured Worker Public Representative to the WorkplaceNL Board of Directors.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is proud to announce the reappointment of Mel Norton as chairperson of its board of directors for a five-year term. Under Mel’s leadership, WorkSafeNB has navigated a period of significant change and transformation, achieving key milestones that have set the stage for future success.
Read moreWhen it comes to workplace safety, education is the key. As an organization dedicated to providing both workers' compensation insurance and preventing injuries, we understand the focus should be on the injury that never happens.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia is protecting working Nova Scotians from more types of injury as gradual onset psychological injury (GPI) coverage came into effect September 1.
Read moreToday, our partners in Government released the report of the first review of the workers’ compensation system in our province since 2002.
Read moreWorkSafeBC is asking B.C. employers to take the necessary steps to ensure they meet the new occupational first aid requirements that are taking effect later this year.
Read moreLondon, August 21, 2024 - The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) announced today it is providing $3 million in funding for scholarship programs at Fanshawe College and Western University over the next five years.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to announce the launch of an enhanced resource for joint health and safety committees (JHSCs) on the JHSC Centre.
Read moreWith the Atlantic hurricane season nearing its mid-point, the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI reminds workers and employers that the best response to unpredictable weather events is proper emergency planning.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is calling on New Brunswickers to participate in the review of two important policies that directly affect workers and employers across the province.
Read moreHALIFAX, NS – WCB Nova Scotia’s Board of Directors has approved the policy that will guide WCB claim decisions for psychological injury claims, including claims for gradual onset psychological injuries, which the WCB will cover starting on September 1st.
Read moreGeneral Regulation 91-191 has undergone numerous legislative changes in 2022 and 2023 and continues to undergo changes in 2024 that enhance health and safety in New Brunswick workplaces.
Read moreOn Friday, July 26, 2024, SMS Equipment Ltd. appeared in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court in Yellowknife and entered a guilty plea to one offence under the Northwest Territories’ Safety Act.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia has hit another milestone in its preparations to support gradual onset psychological injury coverage starting on September 1st.
Read moreWorkSafeBC announced today that the preliminary average base premium rate for 2025 will remain unchanged at 1.55 percent of employers’ assessable payroll.
Read moreThe Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) will introduce two distinct Year’s Maximum Insurable Remuneration (YMIR) values for the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, effective January 1, 2025.
Read moreWorkSafeBC is drawing attention to the impact of musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) in B.C. workplaces and the need for employers to reduce the risks of these injuries.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia has secured three new and essential mental health and wellness service provider agreements, as they prepare to protect workers and employers in our province from more types of workplace injury starting this September.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is pleased to share that it will be broadening compensation coverage to include psychological injuries that result from work-related harassment. This change will take effect January 1, 2025.
Read moreBoth indoor and outdoor workers can be at risk from the heat.
Read moreWCB returns to strategic leadership in Health Services as Dr. Manoj Vohra departs.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to release its 2023 Annual Report, highlighting a year of significant growth and transformation
Read moreWorkplaceNL has released its 2023 Annual Performance Report, meeting annual strategic objectives for building healthy and safe workplaces, return to work and recovery from injury as well as growing strategic partnerships.
Read moreJune 25, 2024 (WINNIPEG) – The WCB of Manitoba today announced the appointment of Colin S. Robinson as its next chair along with the retirement of its longtime chair Michael D. Werier.
Read moreThe WCB shares 2023 highlights and new initiatives at its annual general meeting which includes Increased compensation rate, Decreased frequency of injuries in Island workplaces, New online claim filing and Psychological Care Process, Expansion of safety resources, and Increased overall employer satisfaction and surplus distribution.
Read moreNew risk-reduction strategy is based on a comprehensive review of crane safety and informed by stakeholder input and feedback.
Read moreRoger, now retired, worked for over 40 years as a laborer in a construction company managing small and large projects.
Read moreWith summer approaching, WorkSafeBC is urging employers to plan for the health and safety risks that come with extreme heat and exposure to wildfire smoke.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to announce that the Government of New Brunswick’s Bill 45, An Act Respecting the Firefighters’ Compensation Act and the Workers’ Compensation Act, has received Royal Assent, making it law.
Read moreThe Government of New Brunswick has introduced changes to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act. The amendments, based on recommendations by WorkSafeNB, received Royal Assent today.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia is proud to introduce a suite of resources for Nova Scotians found in this newly launched Psychological Health and Safety Resource Centre.
Read moreKaren Adams strengthens leadership team for improved service, leveraging technology.
Read moreThe WCB’s Occupational Health and Safety Division will be hosting a FREE in-person information session focused on orientating seasonal workers.
Read moreThe Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) is proud to announce that it is offering free online certificate courses that cover various topics related to compensation and health and safety at work.
Read moreNearly 600 Sask. employers and workers registered to attend the WCB’s 26th Compensation Institute in Regina. Regina, Sask., May 15, 2024 – This year marks the WCB’s 26th annual Compensation Institute, which is being held in Regina at the Conexus Arts Centre
Read moreIf you are an employer or an injured worker impacted by Alberta’s wildfire evacuations, you may have questions about your workers’ compensation coverage.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased that the Government of New Brunswick has introduced new legislation aimed at supporting injured workers and their families across New Brunswick.
Read moreSaeed El-Darahali, Chair of WCB Nova Scotia’s Board of Directors and President and CEO of Simply Cast, was honoured as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top 50 CEOs, marking his fifth consecutive award since 2020.
Read moreToronto, May 15, 2024 – The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) announced today the completion of its foreign agricultural worker review, launched in September 2023. The review has resulted in new measures to help foreign agricultural workers recover from an injury or illness in Ontario, and to treat them fairly when they return to their home country.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to share an improved application to become an approved joint health and safety committee (JHSC) training provider. The improved application form is now an online format.We’re dedicated to providing accessible client service.
Read moreProvince’s workplace Total injury rate decreases to 3.95 per 100 workers.- Workplace Total injury rate is the lowest in Saskatchewan’s history.- Time Loss injury rate decreases to 1.78 per 100 workers- The WCB remains fully funded, with a sufficiency ratio of 135.7 per cent
Read moreYellowknife, NT (May 10, 2024) - A video by Baker Lake, Nunavut student Daniel Tapatai that highlights how to work safely in a power plant has won the 2024 Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s (WSCC) Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest.
Read moreThe 2024 SAFE Roads spring campaign officially launched today reminding motorists to reduce their speed and drive with extra caution as the construction season brings more workers to Manitoba roadways.
Read moreReleased during national Safety and Health Week, WCB Nova Scotia’s Impact of Workplace Injury Report for 2023 shows continued improvement in the long-term trend of workplace injury’s impact.
Read moreFrom May 6-11, employers, workers, and safety partners across the province are focused on the importance of safe and healthy workplaces for Safety and Health Week. Brought to you by Health and Safety Professionals Canada, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety and Threads of Life , this week is the perfect time to refocus and recommit to safe and healthy workplaces.
Read moreA Message from WorkSafeNB’s President and CEO
Read moreFor the fifth time in six years, the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) is distributing surplus funds to employers whose premiums fund the workers compensation system. This distribution is made possible by the WCB’s prudent stewardship of its reserve fund, which is guided by a commitment to offer stable employer premiums, and protect Manitoba’s workforce now and in the future. The WCB may distribute funds that have accumulated beyond the level necessary to achieve these goals, while ensuring long-term sustainability of the system.
Read moreMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to think about the importance of mental well-being for everyone, regardless of age, background, or status. It’s a month to focus on breaking down barriers and stereotypes that prevent people from being their best at home, work or play.
Read moreSafety and Health Week, which takes place this year from May 6-11 , is an ideal time for employers, employees, partners, and the public to focus on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home, and in the community.
Read moreApril 28 signifies the Day of Mourning across Canada, where workers, employers, families, and communities pay tribute to workers who lost their lives due to a workplace injury or illness. British Columbians will gather at 30 ceremonies across the province today to pay tribute to fallen workers and renew a collective commitment to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all workers.
Read moreEvery year, in Quebec, many workers lose their lives, are injured or contract illnesses at work.
Read moreEach year, Manitoba designates April 28 as the Day of Mourning to remember and honour workers who have lost their lives due to workplace injury or illness. In 2023, 22 workers died due to work-related causes. The Day of Mourning serves as a reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the ongoing efforts needed to prevent such tragedies.
Read moreRonan O’Leary has been appointed Fair Practices Commissioner by the Board of Directors of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). In this independent role, Mr. O’Leary will help ensure fair practices at the WSIB.
Read moreSt. John’s, NL - On April 28 each year, WorkplaceNL marks the National Day of Mourning by remembering workers who lost their lives, were injured or experienced illness due to their work.
Read moreOn April 28, workplaces will come together to commemorate the National Day of Mourning , a day dedicated to honoring workers who have lost their lives, have been injured, or suffered an illness due to their work.
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Read moreEach year in Canada, we take April 28 to remember workers we lost to workplace injuries and illnesses with a National Day Of Mourning. Canada was the first country to commemorate this day, but it is now observed in over 80 countries around the world.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to launch a consultation regarding workplace injuries and illnesses experienced by professional artists. New Brunswick artists contribute significantly to the economy and play a vital role in shaping our province’s cultural industry, influencing it with creativity, diversity and a unique sense of identity.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board’s (WCB) annual Workplace Health and Safety Conference welcomes Tareq Hadhad as the event’s keynote speaker. The conference takes place on May 9, 2024, at the Delta Hotel Prince Edward, in Charlottetown.
Read moreWorkplace Total injury rate drops to lowest level in Saskatchewan history.- The WCB remains fully funded with a sufficiency ratio of 135.7 per cent- Workplace Total injury rate decreases to 3.95 per 100 workers- Time Loss (Time Loss + Fatality) injury rate decreases to 1.78 per 100 workers
Read moreWorkSafeBC’s inspectional approach for construction in 2024 aims to reduce the number of serious and fatal injuries in the sector.
Read moreYukoners are invited to the Workers’ Memorial in Shipyards Park to commemorate the Day of Mourning. The event will also be streamed online at the Yukon Federation of Labour’s Facebook page and the YFL website at 2:00 pm on Sunday, April 28.
Read moreEighteen Nova Scotians died at work or because of their work in 2023. That tragic number is a decrease from 24 fatalities in 2022, but still a sobering reminder of the human impact of workplace tragedy, and a reminder that one workplace death is too many.
Read moreEach year in Canada, we take April 28 to remember workers we lost to work-related injuries and illnesses with a National Day of Mourning. Canada was the first country to commemorate this day which is now observed in over 100 countries around the world.
Read moreWorkplaceNL is proud to recognize two outstanding students for their creativity and understanding of workplace safety in developing student safety video and radio ads.
Read moreIt’s a big week for WCB Nova Scotia. That’s because the WCB’s first-ever Chief Technology Officer, Gaëtan Boudreau has arrived, bringing a wealth of experience guiding teams and organizations through transformative technological change. Gaëtan joins the WCB having successfully served in IT leadership roles at major international businesses and organizations including Fundserv, CIBC, Emergis (now Telus Health), and the Clinical Research Institute of Montreal.
Read moreAs WCB Nova Scotia prepares to deliver service for gradual onset psychological injury this September, we’re also helping workplaces prepare, by offering monthly webinars ( see a recording of our latest webinar ), an e-newsletter ( sign up to receive it ) and by adding more tools and resources at worksafeforlife.ca/healthyworkplaces .
Read moreEvery year, on April 28, we gather to remember the Day of Mourning, a day dedicated to honoring those who lost their lives on the job. Workplace injuries and illnesses don’t just affect individuals; they impact families, co-workers, employers, and entire communities.
Read moreIn keeping with best practice, starting April 1, WCB Nova Scotia will adopt the latest edition of the American Medical Association (AMA) Guidelines (6th edition) to complete most PMI Assessments.
Read moreWorkSafeNB has developed an information package to help introduce health care partners to WorkSafeNB’s network of care.
Read moreHelp make New Brunswick the safest place to work. Be a part of making key decisions that effect government change and help make our province a safer place to work.
Read moreSometimes, a psychological injury in the workplace doesn’t happen all at once. Sometimes, a work-related psychological injury happens gradually due to significant stressors, such as bullying and harassment, that take place over time.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) is pleased to share that employers continue to report high levels of overall satisfaction with their WCB service experience, matching the previous record from four years ago.
Read moreFor the 15th year, WCB Nova Scotia has been selected as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada by Mediacorp — a designation that recognizes leading employers in their industries in offering exceptional places to work. The WCB was named among recipients of the Top Employer in Nova Scotia earlier this year.
Read moreSAFE Work Manitoba, a division of the Workers Compensation Board, has announced the winners of its annual Norm the Safety Contest. The annual contest invites high-school students across the province to use creativity to show young Manitobans how to “Make Safety the Norm”.
Read moreWhat happens when domestic violence follows victims to work? The New Brunswick Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence (DIPV) in the Workplace Committee has launched a new 5 Module E-Course entitled It’s Your Business: A Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence (DIPV) Workplace Toolkit .
Read moreThe SAFE Work Manitoba Training Portal is a robust platform housing both SAFE Work Endorsed Training and general training courses. This centralized hub enables workers, employers, and training providers to conveniently access and manage safety and health training through a single, user-friendly portal.
Read moreAs we observe National Poison Prevention Week, it’s crucial to shed light on a silent yet deadly threat that often goes unnoticed: carbon monoxide poisoning.
Read moreWorkplace injury and fatality rates dropped across the province last year- Total injury rate is the lowest in the province’s recorded history- 2023 Total injury rate was 3.95 per 100 workers compared to 4.33 in 2022, an 8.78 per cent decrease- 2023 Time Loss (Time Loss + fatalities) injury rate was 1.78 per 100 workers compared to 2.04 in 2022, which represents a 12.75 per cent decrease
Read moreThe Governor in Council, on the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, has appointed two new members to the WCB Nova Scotia Board of Directors.
Read moreWondering if your home office is set up safely? Do you have questions on sitting or standing postures, wrist position, laptop use or sit-stand desks?
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI has released its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan which focuses on three core areas: its team, the complex and evolving needs of its clients, and business transformation.
Read moreWith new leadership, a new vision and improving and much more financial stability than ever before, WCB Nova Scotia is setting out to protect more Nova Scotians and more workplaces through a bold, ambitious and optimistic strategic plan that aims to become one of the top-performing WCBs in Canada by 2030.
Read moreFunding is available for individuals to enrol in courses between now and the end of June 2024. Courses are available at no cost in the following programs:
Read moreHomes, facilities, and communities across Nova Scotia are workplaces for home care and long-term care providers. And, new tools for leaders in the sector and a new awareness campaign, Better Safety, Better Care , are focused on the safety and well-being of workers, and their ability to provide safe and healthy care to their clients and residents. WCB Nova Scotia is proud to be a partner with AWARE-NS and government in this work.
Read moreWorker representative Garry Hamblin completes term appointment with the WCB.
Read moreFour board appointments include the reappointment of the chair, the reappointment of a full-time and part-time board member, and new appointment of a part-time member.
Read moreAtlantic Canada’s largest gathering of workplace health and safety presenters and professionals is back in 2024. The annual Atlantic Workplace Health and Safety Conference will be hosted in Halifax at the Westin Nova Scotian Hotel from March 20 to 22.
Read moreWorkSafeBC continues to work with industry and workers to advance new safety initiatives and regulatory measures to improve crane safety in B.C.
Read moreRegina, 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.
Read moreAfter an extensive search that attracted interest from within Nova Scotia and across Canada, the WCB is set to welcome Gaëtan Boudreau P.Eng, as its first ever Chief Technology Officer. Gaëtan will join the WCB’s Executive Team starting on April 15 th .
Read moreMarch 1, 2024 (WINNIPEG) - The WCB today announced the departure of Richard Deacon after three years as leader. At the same time, WCB Board Chair announced the appointment of Catherine Skinner as Acting President and CEO, while the search for a new leader begins.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia’s third quarter of 2023 was marked by preparation to protect Nova Scotia’s workers and employers from a new type of compensable injury.
Read morePublic Advisory: New Requirements for Workplace Occupational Health and Safety Committees Effective March 1, 2024.
Read moreNova Scotia was shaken last week by separate workplace tragedies that claimed two lives.
Read moreQuebec City, February 22, 2024 - The Council of Ministers, appointed Mr. Bruno Labrecque as interim President and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission des normes, de l’équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST). He will replace the current President and Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Manuelle Oudar, who has been appointed as an independent senator.Mr. Bruno Labrecque will take office on February 26, 2024.
Read moreThis year’s Workplace Solutions event, “The Good, The Bad, and The Hazardous: practical approaches to help manage hazards and ensure success for your health and safety management systems” takes place on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 and Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
Read moreWe are pleased to share the results of our latest public consultation regarding a change to legislation that would include correctional officers in the definition of emergency response workers under the Workers’ Compensation Act .
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is offering free noise level assessments to Island potato farmers who would like to volunteer and contribute to creating educational materials for the potato industry. The WCB’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Division is looking for six or more potato farmers to take part in this initiative.
Read moreThe WCB is extending the public consultation period for the Work Related Mental Stress policy.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia is pleased to announce the addition of a dedicated section on Gradual Onset Psychological Injury to our corporate website.
Read moreWorkSafeNB wants to hear from stakeholders to help understand the economic and business impacts of proposed amendments to General Regulation 91-191 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Read moreOn January 19, 2024, the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission filed four charges against Diavik Diamond Mines in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court under the Mine Health and Safety Act .
Read moreRecent legislative amendments have led to the adoption of nationally harmonized safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at WorkSafeNB. Notably, this includes an update to head protection requirements.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to announce its annual Focus on Safety video competition for youth is bacDid you know that young people are three to four times more likely to face job-related injuries in their first six months of employment compared to the average Canadian worker? Inexperience, unfamiliarity with health and safety laws, and a lack of confidence to ask questions contribute to their vulnerability.
Read moreThe WCB is committed to working with Island workers and employers to develop policies that are consistent with the compensation and workplace safety legislation . We review our policies regularly to make sure that they are relevant to today’s workplaces.
Read moreOur Policy, Regulation and Research Department (PRRD) is proposing amendments to policy concerning activity-related soft tissue disorders (ASTDs) of the limbs. The proposed amendments are intended to address two ASTD projects in the PRRD’s current workplan:
Read moreIt’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100). The filing deadline is Feb. 29, 2024 . Quickly and easily Fast File your Form 100 using your Employer Code and the unique Access Pin on the Form 100 - Employer Payroll Report (2023-2024) you recently received from WorkSafeNB in the mail. You do not need to make a MyServices account to Fast File your Form 100.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) is seeking two (2) high school students per school to work as a team of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Leaders.
Read moreNew Brunswick’s First Aid Regulation was recently amended to help harmonize with national standards for workplace first aid training.
Read more2023 Annual Employer Statements are due by February 29, 2024 and include the following:
Read moreThe Worker Compensation Board (WCB) of Alberta annually reviews the claim cost threshold for no-time-lost claims used in experience rating.
Read moreIt’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100). The filing deadline is Feb. 29, 2024.
Read moreWith frigid temperatures and icy conditions forecast, employers are reminded to conduct cold stress risk assessments and implement safety measures to protect workers.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is pleased to offer workers on the Island the convenience of reporting and filing a work-related injury or illness claim anytime, from anywhere and any device, through the WCB’s Online Services portal.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia is pleased to be recognized as one of Nova Scotia’s Top Employers for 2024. This is the sixteenth consecutive year WCB Nova Scotia has been honoured with this award.
Read moreWorkers’ Compensation Board of Alberta - The 2024 cost of living adjustment (COLA) amount is 3.75% for eligible workers. For more information, read our fact sheets for workers and employers.
Read moreThe WCB of PEI has a continued commitment to meeting and exceeding the safety and compensation needs of Island workers and employers. Our 2024-26 WCB Strategic Plan, Focusing on the Future, will provide the roadmap to guide these efforts over the next three years in a simple, results-oriented format with a clear focus on enhancing our internal and external capacity to better serve our clients.
Read moreBenefit Payment (BenPay) Services is committed to ensuring workers receive payments quickly and efficiently. During the holiday season, WorkSafeNB will process loss of earning payments in advance. If you are a worker who receives loss of earning benefits, please see the holiday payment schedule below to plan your finances accordingly.
Read moreRegina, Sask., Dec. 11, 2023 - The Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) has approved the 2024 average employer premium rate to remain unchanged from the 2023 rate of $1.28 per hundred dollars of payroll.
Read moreOn November 9, 2023, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved policy changes to the Rehabilitation Services & Claims Manual, Volume II (RS&CM) and Assessment Manual to provide guidance on the implementation of the new return to work obligations introduced by the Workers Compensation Amendment Act (No. 2), 2022 (Bill 41).
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to share a new online resource for joint health safety committees (JHSCs). JHSCs are a vital tool in creating and maintaining positive, injury-free workplaces in our province. Whether a new committee member, an employer starting a committee, or an experienced member and training provider, the new JHSC Centre includes all necessary information and services to help make New Brunswick’s workplaces healthy and safe.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is pleased to announce an 8.8% reduction of its estimated average assessment rate for Islander employers for 2024. This brings the 2024 average rate to $1.25, down from $1.37 in 2023.
Read moreIt’s important that we collect enough employer premiums in a year to cover the costs of that year’s workplace illnesses and injuries. This ensures today’s employers pay for the illnesses and injuries that occur today, and don’t pass costs onto future generations of employers.
Read moreWorkSafeNB has sold the Workers’ Rehabilitation Centre (WRC) on Westfield Road, in Saint John to the Government of New Brunswick. A portion of the savings from operational costs will be allocated towards enhancing efforts to prevent workplace accidents in New Brunswick.
Read moreAre you planning to have your roof redone? Noticing your driveway could use a resealing? Or are you building or renovating your dream home? No matter which exciting home improvement project you are embarking on, your responsibilities as the property owner extend beyond choosing paint colors and tiles; they also encompass selecting the right contractor and prioritizing safety.
Read moreFewer Nova Scotians are getting injured at work than ever before.
Read moreSt. John’s, NL - Effective January 1, 2024, the average assessment rate paid by employers will increase by 2.4 per cent to $1.73 per $100 of assessable earnings - which includes a temporary $0.21 discount.
Read moreOn January 1, 2024, more Islanders will have their full earnings eligible for WCB coverage, following a work-related injury or illness. Find out more
Read moreHomeowners, businesses, and contractors will now be able to verify their asbestos abatement firm is licensed to operate.
Read moreCOVID-19 has changed the way we work. While vaccination has dramatically reduced COVID’s spread, it and other communicable diseases, like norovirus and influenza, continue to pose risks to New Brunswick workplaces, particularly in the fall and winter months when we’re increasingly indoors.
Read moreThe Governor in Council, on the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, has reappointed Robert Patzelt, Q.C., ICD.D, as a member and Deputy Chair of the WCB Nova Scotia Board of Directors.
Read moreWorkSafeBC is reminding employers and workers about new return-to-work requirements taking effect next year.
Read moreSapiens’ CoreSuite for Workers Compensation, DigitalSuite, and Intelligence will improve efficiency and automation, delivered through Sapiens’ cloud services.
Read moreWorkSafeNB continuously reviews and updates our policies to ensure they are relevant.
Read moreThe average premium rate for Ontario businesses in 2024 remains steady at $1.30 per $100 of insurable payroll, the lowest it has been in more than 20 years.
Read moreWorkSafeBC is reminding asbestos abatement employers and workers to ensure they meet new asbestos abatement requirements taking effect next year.
Read moreWorkplaceNL is transitioning to a new Oracle Cloud Financials solution and a new online Supplier Portal. On Friday, October 27 at noon, all payment and invoicing options for vendors and health care providers will be moving from connect to our new Oracle Supplier Portal. All other connect services will remain the same.
Read moreBoard proposes no change to average premium rate at $1.28
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to announce the launch of a practical tool designed to assist employers throughout our province in ensuring the knowledge and competency of their supervisors.
Read moreSt. John’s, NL - WorkplaceNL announced the recipients of its 2023 Safety Leadership Awards today at the WorkplaceNL Health and Safety Learning Symposium, held at the St. John’s Convention Centre.
Read moreOur strategic plan, which has been in effect since 2022, is ending in 2024: How has it been working? Are you happy with our direction? Would you like to see any changes?
Read moreToday, the Nova Scotia government announced that gradual onset stress will be compensable under the Workers’ Compensation Act, effective September 1, 2024.
Read moreAt its July 2023 meeting, WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors approved 2023 amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
Read moreThe WCB is transforming how we serve our customers. As a result, we have made changes to the claims intake process.
Read moreWith fewer workplace accidents, improved rehabilitation and return-to-work outcomes, and a strong funded position, WorkSafeNB has once again reduced the average annual assessment rate. The organization is pleased to announce that the 2024 rate has been set at $1.18 per $100 of assessable payroll, down from $1.31 in 2023.
Read moreThe Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) is deferring the upcoming September 30 installment payment and waiving legislative penalties.
Read moreLondon, September 28, 2023 - The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) announced today the location of a new head office to be located at 300 Tartan Drive in London, Ontario.
Read moreIn October 2022, the B.C. government announced Bill 41, introducing seven amendments to the Workers Compensation Act . Three amendments took effect on November 24, 2022, and the remaining four amendments are taking effect in 2023 and 2024.
Read moreYour experiences with WorkSafeNB are incredibly important to us, and we need your input to help us shape our future services and communication channels.
Read moreOn August 25, 2023, the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) filed seven charges against SMS Equipment Inc. in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court under both the Safety Act and the Mine Health and Safety Act
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) 2023 Safe Youth Award recipients are two young people who demonstrate that age is not a barrier to being safety champions in the workplace.
Read moreOver the past five years, musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs), or soft-tissue injuries, accounted for 69 per cent of WorkplaceNL lost-time injury claims and $109 million in annual claim costs.
Read moreOn September 5, 2023, the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI welcomed Daniel M. Campbell as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is passionate about delivering the best service possible and we need your help to continue to improve it! As a client of WorksafeNB, we would love to speak with you to hear about your experiences. If you are interested, please follow this link and you will be contacted to schedule a short 20-30 minute virtual interview .
Read moreWorkSafeNB and our province's workplaces had much to celebrate in 2022. To find out why, register for WorkSafeNB's annual general meeting (AGM), where our president and CEO, Tim Petersen, will discuss current projects and trends, the future outlook, and 2024 assessment rates.
Read moreStarting next year, asbestos abatement employers must be licensed to operate in B.C.
Read moreBacked by a new rate framework that will help ensure a financially sustainable system and transparency for employers, WCB Nova Scotia is holdingthe average employer assessments rate stable for 2024, at $2.65 per $100 of assessable payroll.
Read moreWorkers’ Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) is announcing the industry classifications and assessment rates for 2024. The rates are reflective of safety and return to work efforts within Yukon’s workplaces, along with the funded position at the end of 2022.
Read moreAs wildfires continue to affect B.C.’s Southern Interior, employers and workers must remain vigilant about the potential health risks posed by smoke exposure.
Read moreFewer Nova Scotians are getting hurt at work. The province’s injury rate continued its long-term improvement trend reaching an historic low of 1.41 in the first quarter of 2023 compared to 1.54 at the end of 2022.
Read moreThe WCB is pleased to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors.
Read moreOn June 29, 2023, Minister of Labour Harry Bains announced the appointment of Baltej Dhillon as chair of WorkSafeBC’s Board of Directors.
Read moreWorkSafeNB 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) from a work-related incident.
Read moreWorkSafeBC 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 will be the seventh year in a row that the average base rate has remained at this level, consistent with WorkSafeBC’s goal of keeping rates stable.
Read moreKaren Adams (she/her) will be WCB Nova Scotia’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreWorkSafeNB 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.
Read moreIn 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.
Read moreJenni 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.
Read moreSummer is here on PEI which means higher temperatures and humidex, potential UV index warnings and an increased risk of developing heat-related illness. The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) reminds both workers and employers to stay safe when working in the heat.
Read moreRichmond, 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 outdoors — and to implement measures to keep workplaces safe.
Read moreThe Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) has worked in collaboration with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to launch a new option for Ontario businesses to conveniently report their insurable earnings and make WSIB premium payments online through their CRA My Business Account .
Read moreOn June 23, 2023, the Northwest Territories Power Corporation appeared in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court in Yellowknife and entered a guilty plea to an offence under the Safety Act .
Read moreThe Honourable Bernard Davis, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister Responsible for WorkplaceNL, today announced the appointment of Ann Martin as Chief Executive Officer for WorkplaceNL. The appointment is for a five-year term and is effective immediately.
Read moreCamren MacLeod, from Charlottetown Rural High School, is this year’s winner of the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) Youth Video Contest. Camren received a $1000 cash prize and his school received an additional $1000.
Read moreWorkplaceNL remained fully-funded at December 31, 2022 and met all of its strategic objectives in the areas of client service, leadership in workplace injury prevention, financial sustainability and claims management. Its 2022 Annual Performance Report is now available.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia is looking for a Deputy Chair to join the WCB’s Board of Directors.
Read moreWorkplaceNL is pleased to announce Christian King, a student at Holy Trinity High School in Torbay as the 2023 Safe Student Award winner and Brian Strickland, a teacher at Gill Memorial Academy in Musgrave Harbour as the Health and Safety Educator winner.
Read more- Most significant benefit enhancement package for injured workers in the last decade- Decrease in frequency of injuries in Island workplaces- Increase in overall satisfaction with WCB service- Enhanced Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) expertise- Reduced rates and surplus distribution for employers
Read moreThe weather forecast is calling for another week of warmer than normal temperatures and humidity. While many Manitobans are ready to embrace the summer heat and enjoy longer days, if you’re working outside or indoors without air conditioning, it should also mean taking steps to protect your health. High temperatures and elevated humidity can lead to serious illness, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and in extreme cases, even death.
Read moreStaying active and connected to the workplace is an important part of recovery following an injury at work. Through its latest campaign, the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is reminding workers and employers that getting back is part of getting better.
Read moreMark your calendars! The WCB’s Annual General Meeting will take place on June 14, 2023, from 10 to 11 a.m. You can attend via Zoom or by calling in.
Read moreThe Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s (WSCC) is proud to introduce the Safety Outreach Representatives, part of ongoing efforts to support employers in creating safer workplaces.
Read moreA strong, stable system for all Albertans.
Read moreSaskatchewan’s workers’ compensation system remains fully funded.
Read moreSpeakers also discuss safety self-awareness, burnout and mental health on the final day of the event.
Read moreToday WorkSafe Saskatchewan recognized safety leaders from around the province at its 2023 Safe Worker and Safe Employer Awards. WorkSafe Saskatchewan, the partnership between the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, presented these awards in Saskatoon as part of the WCB’s 25th anniversary of Compensation Institute.
Read moreTwenty-fifth anniversary of the WCB’s Compensation Institute event begins today.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI is launching a multi-hazard safety campaign on May 29 to remind workers and employers to always take time to work safely around asbestos, when excavating and trenching, and when working at heights.
Read moreWorkSafeNB’s board of directors has an opening for a worker representative.
Read moreThe Kelowna RCMP and WorkSafeBC express our thoughts and empathy for those who have been impacted by the crane collapse in July 2021, including the families, friends, colleagues, and members of the public who want answers about this tragic incident that claimed the lives of five workers.
Read moreThe 2023 SAFE Roads spring campaign officially launched today reminding motorists to reduce their speed and drive with extra caution as the summer construction season brings more workers to Manitoba roadways.
Read moreIncreasing temperatures pose a threat to workers in both indoor and outdoor settings
Read moreFor the fourth year, Saeed El-Darahali, Chair, WCB Nova Scotia’s Board of Directors, was named one of Atlantic Business Magazine’s Top 50 CEOs for 2023.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is pleased to share a new tool to help joint health and safety committees (JHSCs) excel in New Brunswick.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board’s (WCB) 2022 Annual Report and Five Year Plan was tabled in the Manitoba Legislature yesterday.
Read moreWorkSafeNB and the Government of New Brunswick are seeking public feedback on proposed amendments to New Brunswick’s First Aid Regulation.
Read moreOn May 2, 2023, the City of Iqaluit appeared in the Nunavut Court of Justice in Iqaluit and entered a guilty plea to an offence under the Safety Act .
Read moreA video by Sir John Franklin High School student Kai Walden that encourages youth to think about their rights as workers has won the territorial 2023 Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s (WSCC) Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest.
Read moreWorkSafeNB is thrilled to recognize this year’s Focus on Safety provincial contest winners!
Read moreNova Scotia is making progress on reducing the impact of workplace injuries.
Read moreNova Scotians come together annually on April 28 to remember those who have died or were injured because of a workplace accident or work-related illness, as part of the National Day of Mourning.
Read moreManitoba designates every April 28 as the Day of Mourning to honour those who lost their lives as a result of workplace illness and injury. Last year, the province lost 21 people due to work-related causes.
Read moreEvery year on April 28, WorkplaceNL remembers those who lost their lives, were injured or experienced illness due to their work for the National Day of Mourning.
Read moreApril 28 serves as a solemn occasion to remember workers who lost their lives on the job and to reaffirm our collective commitment to creating safer workplaces.
Read moreMarking the annual National Day of Mourning, a new poll shows that the majority of Ontarians remain aware of their right to refuse unsafe work while on the job.
Read moreToday, we take a moment to remember all those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace. We take a moment to remember the families, friends, communities and colleagues they’ve tragically left behind.
Read moreHelp make New Brunswick the safest place to work.
Read moreWe remember the 181 B.C. workers that lost their lives in 2022 On April 28, workers, families, and employers will gather at commemorative ceremonies across the province to honour the 181 B.C. workers who lost their lives last year due to workplace injury and disease.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) encourages all Islanders to pay their respects on April 28, the National Day of Mourning, by remembering workers who have died, were injured or became ill from their job.
Read moreWorkers Compensation Board The Workers Compensation Board of Directors is responsible for the governance and strategic planning of the organization. The Board establishes policies and programs required for the administration of the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Read moreOn March 24, 2023, Arctic Canada Construction Ltd. (ARCAN) appeared in the Northwest Territories’ Territorial Court in Yellowknife and entered a guilty plea to an offence under the Safety Act .
Read moreThe Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) today announced that as of May 8, 2023, Debbie Molloy is stepping down as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). She will be joining Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services as Vice-President of Human Resources.
Read moreThe Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) remained fully funded.
Read moreToday, WorkplaceNL and the Department of Digital Government and Service NL jointly launched the Workplace Injury Prevention Strategy 2023-28 .
Read moreSaskatchewan WCB releases 2022 injury stats Forty-nine per cent of covered industries in the province saw a lower Total injury rate in 2022 than 2021
Read moreWorkplaceNL’s 2023-25 Strategic Plan was tabled last week in the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly. The three-year plan focuses on building healthy and safe workplaces; return to work and recovery after a work-related injury or illness; and growing strategic partnerships.
Read moreThe 41st annual Atlantic Workplace Health and Safety Conference is taking place today and tomorrow at Halifax’s Westin Hotel. The event is in-person this year and registration sold out early on.
Read moreViolent incidents in the workplace have increased 25 percent over the last five years
Read moreNew Board of Directors Chair - Dr. Ray Block. The Lieutenant Governor in Council has appointed Dr. Ray Block as WCB’s new Chair of the Board of Directors effective March 21, 2023.
Read moreEmployee was struck and pinned by a piece of machinery
Read moreThe number of Nova Scotians who died at work or because of their work increased in 2022 compared to the year before, according to data released today by WCB Nova Scotia and the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI).
Read moreGuideline viewed as an important first step in addressing ill-fitting PPE
Read moreIn 2019, WorkSafe Saskatchewan, a partnership between the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) and the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, launched the first three-year Fatalities and Serious Injuries Strategy in an effort to help eliminate workplace fatalities and serious injuries.
Read moreWorkplaceNL said it is calculating a benefit adjustment for about 24,000 workers who received certain payments between July 1, 2016, and Dec. 31, 2022.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WCB) is pleased to share that injured workers reported their highest overall service satisfaction with their WCB experience since worker surveys began 20 years ago.
Read moreGeneral Regulation 91-191 is undergoing numerous legislative changes in 2022 and 2023 that will enhance health and safety in New Brunswick workplaces. Due to the broad range of topics, the proposed changes will be implemented in three phases.
Read moreOur Policy, Regulation and Research Department is requesting feedback on proposed amendments to Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements, sections 6.1-6.2.3, of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. The amendments are related to asbestos certification and licensing.
Read moreJoin us for a series of FREE webinars throughout the month of March.
Read moreIf you have worker coverage, the deadline for filing is February 28.
Read moreGood ergonomics has been shown to create safer and more comfortable workspaces and work experiences for workers. However, it does not end there. It is actually to everyone’s benefit right on up to Leadership to recognize that good ergonomics can have a positive impact on your bottom line.
Read moreConsultez le rapport d’activité du compte de l’employeur pour les dates sélectionnées. Ce rapport permet aussi aux employeurs de voir le solde de leur compte à la fin de la période sélectionnée.
Read moreIf you haven’t filed yet, log into myWCB & select ‘file my annual return’ to get started today. If you have questions, call us at 1-866-922-9221. We’re here to help. Annual returns.
Read moreIf you’ve been injured at work, access our services without delay.
Read moreIncident summaries are based on information obtained as soon as possible after the incidents: they are preliminary and subject to change. Details have been edited to protect workers’ privacy.
Read moreWorkplaceNL is currently hiring for the position of Financial Analyst in St. John’s, NL. The closing date is March 3, 2023.
Read moreTraumatic psychological injuries (TPIs) differ greatly from physical injuries. Being aware of the causes, treatment, and support can help.
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island is creating a list of qualified candidates to fill Case Coordinator and Entitlement Officer positions as they become available.
Read moreWorkplace injury took less of a toll on the Nova Scotians who work in our long-term care and home care sectors in summer 2022, according to WCB Nova Scotia’s Report to the Community , released today for the third quarter.
Read moreThe Canada Winter Games begin tomorrow! The WCB would like to thank the numerous Islanders volunteering their time and encourage them to always keep safety in mind.
Read moreJoint health and safety committees (JHSCs) are integral to safety in workplaces with 20 or more employees.
Read moreIf you are injured at work, there are three things you need to do immediately: Seek medical attention, report your injury to your employer and report your injury to the WCB using the Worker’s Initial Report of Injury (W1) form.
Read moreTen years ago today on February 17, 2013, five fishermen from Shelburne County were lost to the sea on the ‘Miss Ally,’ a fishing vessel based out of Woods Harbour.
Read moreWorkplaceNL is currently hiring for the position of Facilities and Building Operations Coordinator I in St. John’s, NL.
Read moreThe 10th Canadian Burn Survivor Conference is in Calgary, Alberta this year from June 21 to 24.
Read moreWhy is it important for young workers to get involved? High school students are invited to create a 2-minute video for our Student Safety Video Contest by April 4.
Read moreInterview with Tim Petersen, President & CEO at WorkSafeNB
Read moreOur annual Student Safety Video/Radio Ad Contest encourages students to share their thoughts on workplace safety and injury prevention.
Read moreThe WCB is looking to fill two board member positions to represent PEI workers and employers , respectively. Click here to learn more and apply.
Read moreWCB Nova Scotia’s Board of Directors is recruiting a visionary leader to serve as our Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board of PEI (WCB) offers a number of educational sessions to support healthy and safe workplaces across PEI.
Read moreYear after year, slips, trips, and falls account for 1 in 5 lost-time workplace injuries in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. As an employer, there are several steps you can take to help prevent these incidents.
Read moreFebruary payments for eligible recipients who receive regular monthly benefits will include a one-time Consumer Price Index (CPI) benefit adjustment amount which covers the month of January.
Read moreNew ad campaign from WCB Nova Scotia aims to shift perceptions about recovering from a workplace injury
Read moreThe Workers Compensation Board (WBC) would like to remind all employers that the deadline for renewing your WCB Employer Registration is Feb. 28.
Read moreOur Policy, Regulation and Research Department is requesting feedback on proposed amendments to Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements, sections 6.1-6.2.3, of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. The amendments are related to asbestos certification and licensing.
Read moreThe WCB Board of Directors has recently approved amendments to the following policies:
Read moreAmendments have been made to the following WCB policies to reflect the recent amendments to the Workers Compensation Act and General Regulations:
Read moreIt’s time to report your annual payroll (Form 100). The filing deadline is Feb. 28, 2023.
Read moreAt the beginning of each year, we set a provisional administration rate for Schedule 2 organizations, which we use to determine your monthly administration charges for that year.
Read moreShare your feedback on the OWC/OEA NS As a Nova Scotian worker, employer, safety leader or workplace safety system employee, we are reaching out today to ask for your perspective.
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