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NEWSWorkplaceNL Nov 6, 2026

WorkplaceNL lowers average assessment rate for 2027

WorkplaceNL is lowering the average employer assessment rate for 2027. The reduction will decrease workers’ compensation costs for employers in Newfoundland and Labrador.

NEWSSaskatchewan WCB Oct 30, 2026

Public consultation opens as the WCB announces 2027 preliminary average premium rate

Saskatchewan WCB has proposed maintaining its 2027 average employer premium rate at $1.22 per $100 of assessable payroll, with a 30-day public consultation period now underway. The proposed rate includes a $0.06 discount, saving employers over $19 million, while 44% of employers are expected to see lower industry premium rates in 2027.

NEWSWorkSafeBC Oct 30, 2026

CSA Group, with support from WorkSafeBC, to develop national standard for rigging and hoisting competencies

CSA Group and WorkSafeBC are collaborating to develop a national standard to harmonize rigging and hoisting competencies, training, and certification requirements, improving workplace safety across Canada. Consultations are planned for spring 2027, with implementation expected by late 2027.