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Benefits for Workers After Injury

As an employer, it’s important to understand what benefits your worker may receive when a claim is approved. You play a key role in making sure they get the right support—by reporting the injury, providing accurate payroll information, and working…
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Maximum Assessable Earnings

WCB Nova Scotia sets a maximum amount of annual earnings to use when calculating: Assessment (Experience) Rate and Insurance premiums for employers Wage replacement benefits for workers injured at work This is called the Maximum Assessable…
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MyAccount for Employers

MyAccount is WCB’s secure, online tool. It gives you access to the information you need—and helps you save time by interacting with WCB online instead of by mail or phone. Use it to submit forms, manage claims, access rate and payroll details, and…
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Appealing a Claim Decision

The appeal process—what it is and how it works When WCB makes a decision—whether on a claim, your industry classification, or your rate—it’s based on the information we have (including medical records, when relevant) and the laws and rules set out…
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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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Employer Rights and Responsibilities During a Claim

As an employer, if a worker is hurt on the job, you play an important role in their recovery—and if time off is needed—their return to work. You also have rights and responsibilities during the claims process. This ensures you, your employees and…
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Do You Need WCB Coverage for Your Business?

WCB Nova Scotia provides workplace injury insurance to employers. For most businesses, WCB coverage is mandatory by law.  When coverage is not mandatory, WCB offers optional coverage to protect your workers and your business.  …
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Return to Work

Return to work is an important part of the claims process Whether an injury is physical or psychological, work is part of a healthy recovery. In fact, most workplace injuries don’t need to result in time away from work—especially when supports and…
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Safety Responsibilities for Employers

Safety is the law in Nova Scotia As an employer in Nova Scotia, you have 2 main responsibilities. Keeping your workplace free of physical and psychological safety hazards. Supporting your worker(s) if they have been injured in your workplace—either…
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Industries that Require Workplace Injury Insurance Coverage

If your industry appears in the list below, you must register for workplace injury insurance with WCB Nova Scotia. Important notes Mandatory coverage is set in the Workers’ Compensation Act and General Regulations. The need to have coverage…
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