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In the second part of this webinar series on Safety Communication, we will discuss practical ways to ensure safety becomes part of everyday conversations with staff. We will also touch on other ways we communicate the importance of safety beyond…

Recovery after a workplace injury is about staying connected to your work, your routine, and the things that matter most. Three months into our new approach to work-connected recovery and we’re already seeing the positive impact in practice: …

Update: WCB's Board of Directors recently approved a new Extended Earnings Replacement Benefit (EERB) Review Policy . Public consultation on this policy ran from February 13 to March 16, 2026. This concludes policy development on the EERB Review…

In April, we pause to remember those who have lost their lives or been seriously injured because of their work.   22 Nova Scotian families were forever changed by workplace tragedies in 2025. The Day of Mourning is a time to honour their lives…

WCB Nova Scotia is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Tema Foundation's Nova Scotia Education Day 2026.   Taking place on May 6 in Halifax, this full-day event is built for first responders, frontline workers, healthcare and education…

We said we were doing things differently. Our performance in March is proof that it's working: Fewer workplace injuries across Nova Scotia Fewer time-loss days More than 80% of injured workers returning to work within 90 days Service that continues…

Work can play a powerful role in recovery and well-being for someone injured on the job. Staying connected to work after a workplace injury helps Nova Scotians return to meaningful roles in their workplaces and communities. That’s why our focus on…

WCB Nova Scotia has released its 2025 Strategic Plan Progress Report, marking the second year of its Protect More Strategic Plan 2024–2030 . The annual progress report provides a snapshot of how WCB is tracking towards its 2030 goals and the impact…

At WCB, injury prevention is at the core of what we do — and strong partnerships help us get there. That's why we’ve teamed up with the University of New Brunswick Centre for Learning Futures (UNB) to bring world-class safety education to Nova…

Beginning at 7:00 a.m. until approximately 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 28 , WCB’s online services will be temporarily unavailable as we complete scheduled system updates. During this time, MyAccount for employers and WCB Online Services for workers…

The April edition of our e-newsletter is now available, featuring Work-Connected Recovery in practice, an upcoming security update for WCB Online, and new tools and opportunities to support safer workplaces across Nova Scotia.Additional highlights…

WCB Nova Scotia is proud to be recognized as one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for 2026. The designation, awarded by Mediacorp Canada Inc., recognizes leading employers across all four Atlantic provinces that offer exceptional workplaces…

By Godfrey Jerry, WCB’s Chief Operating Officer Helping someone get back to safe, meaningful work after an injury just makes sense. In fact, 94 per cent of Nova Scotians who get hurt at work return to the job in some capacity. That’s encouraging —…

When someone is injured at work, every day matters. That’s why our new network of health care providers through our work-connected recovery program is designed to deliver faster, more coordinated, and consistent care across the province. Key…

Congratulations to our Vice President of Prevention and Employer Engagement, Tracey Newman, on being named one of Canadian Occupational Safety’s Top Women in Safety for 2026 . The annual recognition highlights leaders across the country who are…

The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI) is conducting a review of Nova Scotia's Workers' Compensation Appeals System (WCAS), the first full review since 1999.   Led by independent chair Douglas Reid, the review builds on the 2024…

When someone is injured at work, timely support can make all the difference in their recovery. In February, we saw faster service from our teams and more Nova Scotians returning to work sooner.  “83% of people injured at work are…

The March edition of our e-newsletter is now available. This issue highlights important updates and offers practical tools to support safer workplaces. You’ll find details on the Extended Earnings Replacement Benefits (EERB) policy consultation and…

WCB encourages safe work as Nova Scotians clean up after recent nor’easter HALIFAX, NS — Snow and ice-related workplace injuries are running roughly 40 per cent above last winter's pace, according to new data from WCB Nova Scotia. While overall…

HALIFAX, NS: Twenty-two Nova Scotians died at work or because of their work in 2025, a reminder that the human cost of unsafe work remains real and devastating. Each of these deaths represents a family, a workplace, and a community forever changed…

If you watched the Olympic Games over the weekend, you know that peak performance doesn’t happen by chance – it’s built through discipline, preparation, and consistency over time. That’s as true in sport as it is in the systems that support workers…

The 2026 Operational Plan is now available. It outlines the priorities and performance targets that will guide our work in the year ahead based on the Protect More Strategic Plan (2024–2030) .  Strong results in 2025 have enabled us to raise…

At WCB Nova Scotia, everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported in every interaction.   That’s why we’ve refreshed our Code of Conduct - a clear framework that sets expectations for how we treat one another. The Code applies to…

WCB Nova Scotia is proud to be a presenting partner of the 2026 Nova Scotia Workplace Health & Safety Conference, alongside the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration, to be held at the Westin Nova Scotian, March 25 - 27.  …

The February edition of our e-newsletter is now available, featuring recent legislative changes, updates on prevention and return to work, and practical tools to support safer workplaces. This issue also highlights a short video reflecting on 2025 –…