Injured and ill workers are gathering in five Ontario cities today for the 44th annual Injured Workers’ Day, as a provincial bill proposes the most sweeping changes to the workers’… …
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Newfoundland and Labrador spending $6 million to prevent moose collisions on provincial highways
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is spending $6 million in new moose fencing and brush clearing projects aimed at reducing moose-vehicle collisions on provincial highways. The province announced the… …
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WorkSafeNB flags aggressive, misleading sales tactics from firms claiming employers are violating OHS laws
WorkSafeNB is warning New Brunswick employers about aggressive and misleading sales tactics from firms claiming the businesses are not following provincial workplace safety laws. The agency said it has been… …
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Saskatchewan launches independent review of hospital safety and security
Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Health has contracted Buckingham Security Services Ltd. to conduct an independent, third-party review of safety and security at provincial hospitals, with work beginning this week. The review… …
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New Brunswick buys four Fire Boss aircraft for wildfire season
The New Brunswick government has bought four new Fire Boss aircraft to help fight wildfires, the Department of Natural Resources announced May 19. The amphibious planes can scoop water from… …
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P.E.I. seeks public input on first chronic pain strategy
Prince Edward Island is asking residents to help shape its first Chronic Pain Strategy, a five-year plan aimed at improving access to care for people living with long-term pain. The… …
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Manitoba WCB returns $90 million to eligible employers
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) has returned $90 million in excess funds to eligible employers, the board announced May 11. Eligible employers received a credit toward their 2026… …
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Manitoba urges drivers to slow down, share road as safety week begins
Manitoba is reminding drivers to use caution around motorcycles and bicycles and to slow down for tow trucks and emergency vehicles as Canada Road Safety Week begins. Transportation and Infrastructure… …
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Nova Scotia launches public dashboard tracking workplace inspections and incidents
Nova Scotia has launched a public online dashboard that compiles workplace safety data on inspections, enforcement actions and incidents. The Occupational Health and Safety Dashboard went live May 8 during… …


