WorkSafeBC is reminding employers and workers to assess risks before using a ladder, warning that the wrong tool for the job is a frequent source of workplace injuries. The British… …
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PSHSA launches AI division for public sector safety
The Public Services Health and Safety Association (PSHSA) has launched a dedicated artificial intelligence (AI) division aimed at improving workplace health, safety and wellbeing across Ontario’s public sector. The new… …
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David Mills, a powerline technician with Newfoundland Power, has won the Safety Leader Award from the Newfoundland and Labrador Occupational Health and Safety Association. Government Services Minister Mike Goosney congratulated… …
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Humboldt survivor Tyler Smith brings message of connection, healing and hope to Kenora, Ont.
By Pam Fedack | Kenora Miner & News There were moments Tuesday evening when the room at the Super 8 Minis Hall was laughing. Moments later, many were wiping away tears.… …
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Workplace Safety North flags forestry sector as high-risk for environmental hazards
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberWorkplace Safety North (WSN) is drawing attention to Ontario’s forest products sector as a high-risk industry with elevated potential for incidents tied to environmental hazards. The agency says logging operations,… …
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Helicopter struck by lightning lost control over Pender Island: TSB
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberRICHMOND, B.C. — The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says a Helijet International helicopter lost control and dropped more than 3,000 feet after being struck by lightning over North Pender… …
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Nova Scotia records lowest-ever rate of days lost to workplace injury
The Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) of Nova Scotia recorded its lowest-ever rate of days lost to work-related injury in April 2026, the agency said in its monthly performance update. Time… …
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Veterinary safety video takes top prize in WorkSafeNB student contest
WorkSafeNB has named the winners of its annual Focus on Safety student video competition, with a team from Samuel de Champlain taking the top prize for a video on veterinary… …
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WorkSafeNB CEO Tim Petersen named to Atlantic Canada Top 50 CEOs list
WorkSafeNB President and Chief Executive Officer Tim Petersen has been named one of Atlantic Business Magazine’s Top 50 CEOs for a second consecutive year. The magazine recognized Petersen at an… …
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Legislative update: The impact of Bill 30 on contractors and construction businesses
by Norm Keithby Norm KeithOn Nov. 27, 2025, Ontario’s Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30) received Royal Assent. Bill 30 introduces a wide range of amendments across several key statutes, most notably… …


