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Insurance Rates and Premiums
WCB provides workplace injury insurance to help protect both employers and workers when injuries happen on the job. For this protection, you pay premiums based on your assigned rate. Like most insurance, the rate you pay is based on risk and…
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Trucking – Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP)
Simplified coverage for interprovincial trucking and transport If your trucking or bus company travels through multiple provinces or territories, you may qualify for the Alternative Assessment Procedure (AAP) . APP is an optional program that…
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WCB Rate Setting Webinar
Who it's for: Employers, finance staff, and safety or HR professionals who manage WCB accounts What you'll learn: How WCB determines employer premium rates The factors that influence premiums: industry rate, experience rating, and your…
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WCB Nova Scotia - How rates are set pdf
This document explains in detail how your WCB rates are set.
How Assessment Rates are Set
Your WCB rate is the amount you pay for workplace injury insurance premiums. It’s calculated per $100 of of your payroll. For example, $2.65 rate means $2.65 for every $100 you pay in wages. The rate is based on: The industry you’re in Your company…
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