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WCB Guide to Filing an Appeal

Submitted by Andrea on Mon, 1 Dec 2025 - 15:40
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This guide explains the steps, timelines, and available support for filing an appeal of a WCB Nova Scotia claim decision.

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WCB-System-Appeals-Guide-to-Filing-an-Appeal.pdf (873.73 KB)
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Work Capabilities: Definitions and How to Use Them

Transitional work and workload definitions to match duties to abilities for early, safe RTW.

Risk Mapping Webinar

Threshold 1 Remitting Instructions

Submitted by Ishant on Mon, 27 Oct 2025 - 15:35
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The Threshold 1 Remittance Flyer from WCB Nova Scotia provides guidance for employers who are required to remit payroll and premiums twice a month.

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Transitional Work & Accommodations for Psychological Injury

WCB Nova Scotia - How rates are set

Submitted by Ishant on Tue, 7 Oct 2025 - 10:55
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This document explains in detail how your WCB rates are set.

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A Tiered Service Provider’s Guide to Forms and Reporting

Submitted by jesse on Mon, 6 Oct 2025 - 11:30
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Travel Expense Guidelines

Submitted by jesse on Mon, 6 Oct 2025 - 10:26
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How to guide for filling out the Travel Expense form. 

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Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees and Safety Representatives: A Discussion Guide

Submitted by jesse on Thu, 2 Oct 2025 - 10:30
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This resource accompanies the JOHSC and Safety Representatives slideshow.

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Preventing Workplace Injury: A Resource Manual

Submitted by jesse on Thu, 2 Oct 2025 - 10:19
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This guide will help you understand and put in place an effective health and safety program to protect workers and the general public.

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