Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island
Policy Feedback
April 03, 2026
Office Closure
Happy Easter! Please note that our offices are closed today, April 3, and Monday, April 6. We will reopen Tuesday, April 7 at 8:00am. However, our Occupational Health and Safety Emergency Line is open 24/7. To report all serious injuries, explosions, or other urgent workplace safety matters, please call 902-628-7513.
April 01, 2026
Protect Yourself from Asbestos Exposure
April 1-7 is Global Asbestos Awareness Week. When materials containing asbestos are disturbed, fine fibres are released into the air. Without proper precautions, these fibres can be inhaled into the lungs. Over-exposure to asbestos can lead to lung inflammation, scarring, and chronic breathing problems. In severe cases, asbestos-related diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and plural or peritoneal mesothelioma can develop. Don’t become the worst-case scenario. Learn more about managing asbestos safely and reducing exposure.