Workers Compensation: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how workers compensation provides medical coverage and wage replacement if you are injured while on the job.
Workers compensation is a safety net designed to support people who suffer an injury or illness because of their job.
Who it's for
This scheme is for workers who become injured or ill while performing their work duties.
What you get
If you qualify, the program provides coverage for medical expenses related to your injury. It also offers wage replacement to help support you financially while you are unable to work.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to apply, but you must report your injury to your employer immediately to ensure you are covered.
The catch to know
The rules and management of this system are handled at the provincial level. However, if you are a federal worker, you will follow different federal regulations instead of the provincial ones.
How to apply
- Notify your employer about your injury as soon as it happens.
- Follow your employer's specific internal reporting procedures.
- Complete any required documentation provided by the relevant provincial board.
- Check with your local provincial board for specific filing requirements.