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Find a Health Service Provider
If you’re injured at work—physically or psychologically—and need treatment, it’s important to get the treatment right away. The right health care provider, can help you recover safely while working or return to your job sooner. The WCB works with…
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Safety Certified Audits
Choose a WCB-approved audit provider View the auditor list to find one that fits your industry. Schedule your audit Your auditor will guide you through the process, including how to prepare and what they’ll need to see. Complete the audit The…
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Legislation
Workers' Compensation Act The Workers’ Compensation Act is the law that governs workers’ compensation in Nova Scotia. It sets the rules WCB Nova Scotia must follow—along with related regulations and policies—for: Preventing workplace injuries…
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For Health Care Services Providers
Health care service providers are vital partners in helping workers continue working, or recover and return to work early and safely. We work with more than 300 providers across the province—clinics, physicians, and specialists—so workers can access…
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About WCB Nova Scotia
WCB protects Nova Scotia’s workforce. We are the province’s provider of workplace injury insurance. Every day, we prevent workplace injury. When it happens, we help the people whose lives it touches, supporting an early and safe return to work. We…
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RTW/Duty to Cooperate Policy Consultation pdf
Policy consultation presentation on duty to cooperate and return to work from March 23 and April 3.
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WCB Policy
Clear rules. Fair decisions. Safer workplaces. WCB policies are rules that guide how the WCB makes decisions. WCB Policy works together with the Workers’ Compensation Act . These policies must follow what the Act says, and help us decide who gets…
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Psychological Injury Support Team
We’re with you—every step of the way A psychological injury can feel overwhelming. You’re not alone. A dedicated team is here to support and guide you through the entire journey—from opening your claim to your recovery and successful return to work …
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