On August 30, 2024, the Government of Nova Scotia released its report on the review of workers’ compensation in No

How members are appointed

Board members are appointed by Government.

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 support those whose lives it touches, and champion an early and safe return to work.

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What we mean by non-compliance

Non-compliance harms the integrity of the system—and costs all of us.

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.

Application form for the Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP) for Interjurisdictional Trucking and Transport

WCB Nova Scotia coverage overview for firefighters.