The worker had done everything asked of her. After a 2015 workplace injury left her with permanent restrictions, she completed English as a Second Language training through a program approved… …
WCB-Alberta
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Legislation & Government PolicyWorkplace Safety
Alberta WCB raises claims cost threshold for employer premiums
The Workers’ Compensation Board of Alberta has increased the claims cost threshold used to calculate experience rating for employers with no-time-lost claims. For claims occurring in 2026, the threshold has… …
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Features & AnalysisWorkplace Safety
Alberta WCB sets 1.64% cost of living adjustment for injured workers in 2026
The Workers’ Compensation Board-Alberta has set a 1.64 per cent cost of living adjustment for eligible injured workers receiving long-term wage loss benefits, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The adjustment applies… …
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Legislation & Government PolicyWorkplace Safety
Alberta WCB sets 2026 average employer premium rate at $1.46 per $100 of earnings
The Workers’ Compensation Board – Alberta has announced its 2026 employer premium rates, with the average rate set at $1.46 per $100 of assessable earnings. Individual employer rates will vary… …
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OHS LawWorkplace Safety
Alberta worker loses most wage loss benefits after hand injured by garbage lid
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAn Alberta worker injured by a falling garbage trolley lid is not entitled to most of the wage loss benefits she received, the Appeals Commission for Alberta Workers’ Compensation has… …
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Mental Health & WellbeingWorkplace Safety
WCB-Alberta partners with Wounded Warriors Canada on psychological injury education
Workers’ Compensation Board – Alberta has formed a partnership with Wounded Warriors Canada to expand education about occupational psychological injuries and support return-to-work outcomes. The collaboration will deliver education initiatives… …



