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Announcements & Events

There's no place for Workplace Harassment - October 18, 2024

Workplace harassment can show up as verbal aggression, personal attacks, and intimidating or humiliating behaviour.

 

Starting January 1, 2025, the WCB will cover psychological injuries resulting from work-related harassment and bullying.

 

 

If you don't have a Workplace Harassment Policy yet, here’s how to get one started.  

Workshop - Navigating First Aid Regulations - October 17, 2024

Our Workplace Safety Education continue next week!

 

Coming up: October 24 - Navigating First id Regulations.

 

This is an in-person workshop.

 

 Space is limited! Register now.  

Falls Kill - Don't become a worst-case scenario - October 16, 2024

It’s World Spine Day!

 

Did you know that falls are a leading cause of spinal cord injuries?

 

Falling from heights can cause serious injuries. And falls can kill.

 

Falls CAN be prevented.

 

Enroll for the WCB’s FREE “Hazard Assessment and Control” online course here. 

Policy Consultation - September 23, 2024

 The WCB Board of Directors has approved, in principle, amendments to the following policies:  

 
     
  •  POL-41, Collateral Benefits 
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  •  POL-154, Annuity 
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We invite you to provide your feedback by October 23, 2024.


News Releases

Keep workers and workplaces safe during Atlantic hurricane season - August 14, 2024
Enhanced Compensation for Psychological Injuries - July 08, 2024
The WCB shares 2023 highlights and new initiatives at its annual general meeting - June 20, 2024
Online certificate courses and resources in multiple languages now available - May 24, 2024
The WCB welcomes Tareq Hadhad to its 2024 Workplace Health and Safety Conference - April 25, 2024
National Day of Mourning is for remembering and honouring - April 21, 2024
Employers continue to be satisfied with WCB programs and services - March 28, 2024
Empowering our workforce: the Workers Compensation Board’s 2024-2026 roadmap - March 12, 2024
Free noise level assessment for Island potato farmers - February 15, 2024
Reporting work-related injuries and illnesses made easier and quicker for PEI workers - January 09, 2024
The Workers Compensation Board of PEI Announces 2024 Rates and Surplus Distribution - November 06, 2023


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