Return to work is an important part of the claims process Whether an injury is physical or psychological, work is part of a healthy recovery. In fact, most workplace injuries don’t need to result in time away from work—especially when supports and…

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Safety Responsibilities for Employers

Safety is the law in Nova Scotia As an employer in Nova Scotia, you have 2 main responsibilities. Keeping your workplace free of physical and psychological safety hazards. Supporting your worker(s) if they have been injured in your workplace—either…

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Industries that Require Workplace Injury Insurance Coverage

If your industry appears in the list below, you must register for workplace injury insurance with WCB Nova Scotia. Important notes Mandatory coverage is set in the Workers’ Compensation Act and General Regulations. The need to have coverage…

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Insurance Rates and Premiums

WCB provides workplace injury insurance to help protect both employers and workers when injuries happen on the job. For this protection, you pay premiums based on your assigned rate. Like most insurance, the rate you pay is based on risk and…

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Workplace Injury Insurance

WCB administers Nova Scotia’s workers’ compensation system under the Workers’ Compensation Act . We provide no-fault workplace injury insurance coverage that protects both employers and workers. Just like other types of insurance, we pay for peace…

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Duty to Cooperate

Working together for an early and safe return to work If a workplace injury happens, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a worker, employer, or health care provider, the WCB is here to support you every step of the way. The Stronger Workplaces for Nova…

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Surcharge Program

Some employers consistently have much higher claims costs than others in their industry. To encourage safer workplaces and better return-to-work outcomes, WCB applies a surcharge to their premium rates. Who is affected Employers may receive a…

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Conditional Surcharge Refund Program

Employers with high claims costs may pay a surcharge through the WCB’s Surcharge Program . If you make qualifying investments to improve safety or return-to-work outcomes, you may receive a refund of some or all of those extra premiums. This is…

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