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11-01-03
Law
The WSIB shall make its decision based upon the merits and justice of a case and is not bound by legal precedent.
Policy
Merits and justice
Every decision made by the…
11-01-01
Policy
A claim created by the WSIB for a workplace accident/disease is adjudicated based on entitlement principles and the facts of the case. The claim may be handled by a…
17-06-03
Policy
Severely impaired workers may be entitled to independent living devices that cost more than $250 per item, and are not intended to accomplish any of the objectives of…
11-01-02
Law
The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act provides:
s.118(1)
The WSIB has exclusive jurisdiction to examine, hear and decide all matters and questions arising…
16-02-11
Policy
Gastro-intestinal cancer in asbestos workers is accepted as an occupational disease under sections 2(1) and 15 of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act as…
Find out more about how we make decisions, by reviewing the Operational Policy manual, and adjudication support documents. You’ll also find useful forms and fact…
11-01-13
Law
The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act provides:
s.119(2)
If, in connection with a claim for benefits under the insurance plan, it is not practicable to…
As a WSIB-registered business, you have free access to the Business Safety Portal, a savings of up to $1,700 a year!The Business Safety Portal is a one-stop, self-guided…
21-02-02
Policy
The WSIB provides access to claim file information to the workplace parties whenever there is an issue in dispute.
Find out more about how we make decisions, by reviewing the Operational policy manual, Employer Classification Manual, and Adjudication support documents. You’ll also find…
22-01-02
Policy
When there is a material change in circumstances, whether reported on time or not, the WSIB adjusts the person's benefits retroactively to the date of the change.…
Find out more about how we make decisions by reviewing the Operational policy manual, Employer Classification Manual, and Adjudication support documents. You’ll also find…
12-04-12
Policy
A non-resident employer who employs an Ontario resident to work in Ontario is an "employer" under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act or the Workers…
14-05-01
Law
Workplace Safety and Insurance Act:
s.84
If the WSIB finds that an accident or disease to a Schedule 1 worker was caused by the negligence of another Schedule 1 worker…
2026 awardsSmall business owners and operators work hard to keep their employees healthy and safe. That’s why each year we recognize the health and safety achievements of…
14-02-18
Policy
Construction employers must calculate the amount of premiums owed, report and remit the amount to the WSIB. The calculation of premiums is based on the…
Comprehensive benefits, services and programsSmall businesses enjoy a number of services and programs and comprehensive benefits for their workers. We also have several…
15-02-03
Policy
Entitlement for a work-related injury/disease will not be denied due to the existence of a pre-existing condition. Once initial entitlement is established, the…
18-04-12
Policy
Workers in receipt of a future economic loss (FEL) benefit, or a FEL sustainability benefit, are entitled to receive a FEL supplement if, within 12 months of a…
18-06-03
Policy
The following definitions govern the adjudication of temporary disability in pre-1998 claims.
Temporary total disability
Temporary total disability is the …
16-02-01
This policy has not been amended to reflect the
Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and Regulations made under it
Policy
Primary cancer of the nasal cavities and the…
Find the right health and safety support for your businessYou need to keep your employees and your business safe. We can help with that.We have a one-stop, self-guided online…
Big help for small businessAs a small business owner, you need affordable workplace insurance you can rely on to protect you and your employees. The WSIB works for you…
21-02-03
Policy
All claim file information is considered personal information under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and may be disclosed in…
With the implementation of the new rate setting model in January 2020, we updated our classification structure to align with the North American Industry Classification System…