Policy Statement                                        The Workers’ Compensation Board, a stakeholder representative Board, is committed to a policy development framework that provides for appropriate consultation with stakeholders.  The Board of Directors will consider all relevant information including stakeholder input to arrive at a final policy decision. 

                                                                        To seek input from stakeholders, the Workers’ Compensation Board may use a variety of consultation tools including electronic consultation, small group discussions, focus groups, surveys, public meetings etc.                                                                       

                                                                        At a minimum, the Workers’ Compensation Board will post a draft policy and related background information on the Workers’ Compensation Board Web site for 30 days to allow for stakeholder input. 

                                                                        In addition, the Workers’ Compensation Board will maintain a list of key stakeholders who will be notified that policy consultation is in progress.  Upon request, any stakeholder can be added to this list.  These key stakeholders will be mailed a copy of related background information and a draft policy for review and comment.

                                                                  

Application                                                   This policy applies to policies developed on or after January 1, 2004.

 

Reference                                                     Workers’ Compensation Act (Chapter 10 of the Acts of 1994-95), (as amended), Section 183.                                   

 

 

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 Executive Corporate Secretary