The Workers Compensation Board’s biennial Worker Survey is now underway. This biennial survey is being conducted by phone by an independent research firm, Narrative Research, who will ask our clients about their satisfaction with our programs and services. Participation is voluntary a

As the post-tropical storm Fiona clean up continues, the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) reminds employers and workers that they are required to follow the specific safety measures related to asbestos management. Asbestos is a strong, fire-resistant mineral fibre. While asbestos is n

The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) announced today that the average premium rate for Ontario businesses will remain steady for 2023 at $1.30 for every $100 of insurable payroll.

Self-evaluation tool will help employers identify and address gaps in occupational health and safety programs Manufacturing in B.C. has an injury rate that is 24 percent higher than the provincial average. In 2021, there were over 19,000 time-loss injuries in the manufacturing sector

WorkSafeNB is pleased to announce it has reduced the average assessment rate for 2023 to $1.31, down 22% from the 2022 rate of $1.69. At the same time as assessment rates are decreasing, WorkSafeNB’s board of directors is pursuing legislative changes that would improve the benefits pr

Strains and sprains are painful injuries, but they’re also very common. At some point in your life, you have likely sprained a ligament, or strained a muscle or tendon. It could have been cause by a second of distraction while stepping off the sidewalk, by lifting a heavy load at the

The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) has practical resources available to keep workers safe as the clean-up from post-tropical storm Fiona continues across the province.