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Health and Social Services in Nova Scotia

Taking better care of the care providers Nova Scotia’s health and social services sectors include hospitals and health centres, long-term care facilities, home care, social services, primary care providers, and mental health and addiction services…
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Manufacturing in Nova Scotia

Making the workplace safer Manufacturing is the largest goods-producing sector in Nova Scotia, employing over 35,000 workers. The industry accounts for nearly 75% of Nova Scotia’s exports, with key products being rubber tires and seafood, among…
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Return to Work for Workers

Whether you have experienced a physical or psychological injury, 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 accommodations are in place early. Work is…
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Trucking in Nova Scotia

Safety can never sleep in trucking Trucking plays a large and essential role in Nova Scotia’s economy. Over 20,000 workers are involved in the industry, which includes drivers, mechanics, and support staff. Injuries are preventable While safety…
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Hospitality Industry in Nova Scotia

How to prevent injury in your industry The hospitality industry is an important part of Nova Scotia’s economy. Over 50,000 people work in this fast-paced world. Life in hospitality is often intense and stressful. Quiet one minute, running off your…
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Return to Work and Duty to Cooperate - Background Policy Paper pdf

Background policy paper for 2025 policy change to return to work and duty to cooperate. 
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Fisheries industry in Nova Scotia

As traps go down and another lobster season is in full swing, Dumping Day is a reminder that preparation and leadership save lives. Every safe decision helps ensure everyone makes it home. Keep safety top of mind—every trip, every crew member,…
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Return to Work for Psychological Injury

Return-to-work planning and support Whether someone experiences a physical or psychological injury, work is a critical part of recovery—and a key milestone in recovery from any mental health issue or psychological injury is being able to work. We’re…
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Return to work - Getting Started pdf

This document outlines the importance of safe and timely return-to-work practices for injured employees in Nova Scotia, emphasizing benefits for both employees and employers.
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Return to Work for Psychological Injury - Employer Guide

Return-to-work planning and support Whether someone experiences a physical or psychological injury , work is a critical part of recovery—and a key milestone in recovery from any mental health issue or psychological injury is being able to work. Our…
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