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Employer Webinar-Managing Psychological Injury Claims: From Injury to Return to Work

  Summary: Provides an overview of how psychological injury claims are managed, from the initial workplace injury through successful return to work. Explains key milestones in WCB Nova Scotia’s psychological injury claims process and what…
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Forestry Industry in Nova Scotia

Forestry is growing safer Nova Scotia’s forestry has seen a huge improvement in job safety. That’s good news for over 10,000 workers and their families who rely on the industry for a living. Common industry hazards and injuries Uneven terrain, heavy…
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Employer webinar: Seamless support for GPI - Meet our new service provider

  Summary: Introduces the upcoming Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) legislation in Nova Scotia, effective September 1, 2024, emphasizing employer preparedness and timely claims handling. Explains the WCB’s new service model focused on…
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An update Gradual Onset Psychological Injury, one month in

  Summary: Provides an overview of the Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) project in Nova Scotia, highlighting preparation since 2022, consultations with other jurisdictions, and extensive stakeholder engagement including webinars, in…
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Accommodation with mental health conditions

  Summary: Introduces the upcoming gradual onset psychological injury (GPI) coverage in Nova Scotia and highlights the role of employers in supporting affected workers. Explains the importance of accommodation for workers with psychological…
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Policy Consultation Webinar: Vocational Rehabilitation (Apr. 29)

  Summary Explains the role of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) in supporting injured workers as they overcome return-to-work barriers and regain employability. Reviews proposed updates to WCB’s Vocational Rehabilitation policy framework,…
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Policy Consultation Webinar: Vocational Rehabilitation (Apr. 23)

  Summary: Explains the purpose of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) in helping injured workers overcome return-to-work barriers and achieve employability. Introduces proposed changes to WCB’s Vocational Rehabilitation policies, including the…
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Manufacturing

Building a safer workplace Nearly 11% of all serious injuries in Nova Scotia occur in the manufacturing industry.  The most common injuries are: sprains and strains burns from chemicals workers getting caught in machinery and equipment…
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Psychological Health and Safety

As WCB Nova Scotia prepares to deliver service for a new compensable injury this September —gradual onset psychological injury—preventing psychological injury is an important focus for us and will be a critical part of our Safety and Health Week…

Work-Connected Recovery: Session for Employers

  Summary: Introduces the upcoming Work-Connected Recovery Program, set to launch in 2026. Explains how the program—developed by WCB and administered by Lifemark—will streamline care coordination for injured workers. Outlines how simplified…
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