Canadian workers compensation coverage

Workers' Compensation programs protect employees from the financial hardships associated with work-related injuries and occupational diseases. While these programs are largely administered by provincial and territorial governments in Canada, the Labour Program is responsible for claims that involve federal government employees

Workers' compensation programs provide medical treatment and salary protection for employees in the case of a work-related injury or occupational disease. In partnership with provincial workers compensation boards, the Labour Program is responsible for claims of federal government employees - both inside and outside of the country - who:

For the most part, yes. If you have employees, you need to register with the provincial Worker’s Compensation Board, in your employees’ province of work. In most provinces, incorporated businesses register with the relevant WCB board, while sole proprietors can apply for optional coverage.