Background policy paper on the review of Extended Earnings Replacement Benefit (EERB).

In Nova Scotia, noise induced hearing loss is considered an occupational disease. WCB Nova Scotia covers the costs for hearing aids and associated hearing services for workers with accepted work-related hearing-loss claims.

This resource provides essential information about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the workplace, including details on presumptive benefits for frontline and emergency response workers, the claim process, and available support services.

This brochure explains WCB’s long-term benefits, including Permanent Impairment Benefits (PIB) and Extended Earnings Replacement Benefits (EERB), to support workers with permanent injuries through financial assistance and ongoing medical care.

Long-term benefits

Monthly payments for the Permanent Impairment Benefit (PIB) and Extended Earnings Replacement Benefit (EERB) are processed on the first Wednesday of each month:

WCB form for tracking travel expenses.

It’s important to keep track of any expenses related to your recovery from a work-related injury. The WCB may reimburse you for some of those costs related to travel, medical equipment, and prescriptions.