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Employers and workers in Nova Scotia have shown us that they're serious about workplace safety and return to work. Their commitment is driving better outcomes for our workforce. In April, we saw our lowest-ever rate of days lost to work-related…

WCB Nova Scotia has upgraded the sign-in process for WCB Online and MyAccount , effective May 11, 2026 . The update includes multi-factor authentication (MFA) to strengthen account security and better protect the personal information of workers…

Beginning at 8:00 a.m. AST on Sunday, May 10, until approximately 8:00 a.m. AST on Monday, May 11 , WCB’s online services will be temporarily unavailable as we upgrade our sign-in process and introduce multi-factor authentication (MFA). During this…

Two hundred Nova Scotia small to medium-sized businesses will receive one-year free access to the online Business Safety Portal created by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety   WCB Nova Scotia, together with the Department…

HALIFAX, NS : More Nova Scotians came home safe from work in 2025 than ever before.WCB Nova Scotia released its 2025 Impact of Workplace Injury Report during national Safety and Health Week. The report tells a story of progress through…

  Today marks the start of both Safety and Health Week and Mental Health Awareness Week — and for us, the connection between the two couldn't be more fitting. Not all workplace injuries are visible, so it’s …

The May edition of our e-newsletter is here. This month, we're looking at how a targeted approach is making a real difference for employers and workers across Nova Scotia — and as Safety and Health Week (May 4–9) approaches, there's no better time…

This morning, our Chief Engagement Officer Shelly Dauphinee joined safety partners at Province House to stand with families of those who who have died or been seriously injured because of their work. Each year on April 28, we recognize the Day of…

WCB has changed how it works with employers—and it's making a difference.  WCB insures more than 20,000 employers across Nova Scotia. Each year, about 1,500 have claims. Within that group, only 25 employers account for about 40 per cent of time…

Keep Nova Scotia working - that's the message our CEO Karen Adams will share on May 21 when she speaks to a business audience at a Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce lunch event. Chamber members and business leaders in the Bridgewater area…

  Workplace Consultant Chris Spinney knows every workplace's challenges look a little different. That's why his team offers flexible support – from data-driven insights to workshops, webinars, and hands-on guidance. With Safety and Health Week…

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…