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Duty to Cooperate
Working together for an early and safe return to work If a workplace injury happens, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a worker, employer, or health care provider, the WCB is here to support you every step of the way. The Stronger Workplaces for Nova…
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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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For Health Care Services Providers
Health care service providers are vital partners in helping workers continue working, or recover and return to work early and safely. Through WCB's Work-Connected Recovery program, we provide treatment, recovery, and safe return to work for workers…
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Physical Abilities Report – Form E (For out of province providers) pdf
This form is for out-of-province providers to complete. Physical Abilities Report Form E for Out-of-Province Providers is a Workers’ Compensation Board Nova Scotia form used by health care providers outside Nova Scotia to record an injured worker’s…
RTW/Duty to Cooperate Policy Consultation pdf
Policy consultation presentation on duty to cooperate and return to work from March 23 and April 3.
Rethink Injury Prevention pdf
Highlights the role of safe, meaningful work in recovery and better workplace outcomes.
JOHSC Key Messaging Handout - Duty to Cooperate pdf
This document explains the new Duty to Cooperate legislation effective July 15, 2025, outlining shared responsibilities among workers, employers, and WCB Nova Scotia to support safe and timely return-to-work outcomes.
Duty to Cooperate FAQs pdf
This document provides answers to common questions about the Duty to Cooperate legislation and how it supports safe and timely return-to-work for injured workers in Nova Scotia.
Primary and Emergency Care Report pdf
This form is completed by physicians or nurse practitioners to report injury details, treatment, and return-to-work status for workers receiving primary or emergency care. Fax completed form to 902-491-8001.
WCB Overview
WCB protects Nova Scotia’s workforce. We are the province’s provider of workplace injury insurance. Every day, we prevent workplace injury. When it happens, we support those whose lives it touches, and champion an early and safe return to work. We…
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