The WCB's policies are the foundation for the decisions that we make to protect Island workers and employers, and to promote workplace safety.
Our policies contain the rules the WCB applies when interpreting the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Each policy is listed below by subject:
- General WCB Policies cover topics such as access to information, appeals, and WCB administration
- Claims and Compensation policies explain roles and responsibilities on injured workers’ claims, as well as entitlement to benefits and services to help recover and return to work
- Claims and Compensation policies explain roles and responsibilities on injured workers’ claims, as well as entitlement to benefits and services to help recover and return to work
- Workplace Safety and Prevention policies provide parameters on enforcement activities and safety funding
- Financial policies set out the WCB’s approach to fund management and investment.
Legal Costs (POL-05)
The purpose of this policy is to outline the responsibility for workers’ legal costs and to describe the costs included in a statement of claim against a third party.
Medical Cannabis (POL-153)
The purpose of this policy is to explain how the Workers Compensation Board determines approval for medical cannabis to treat a compensable injury or disease.
Medications (POL-120)
The purpose of this policy is to explain how the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) determines authorization for payment of prescription medications, including opioids.
Occupational Disease (POL-65)
The purpose of this policy is to describe how the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) determines whether a disease is considered to be compensable as an occupational disease.
Optional Coverage (POL-125)
The purpose of this policy is to explain how employers who are not required to have workers compensation coverage may obtain optional coverage.