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Nova Scotia expands workers’ compensation coverage, speeds up claims process

Nova Scotia’s Workers’ Compensation Board will implement sweeping changes to the Workers’ Compensation Act on Jan. 1, 2026, extending cancer coverage to more firefighters and giving workers three times longer to appeal claim decisions. The amendments modernize benefit …

B.C. construction firm owner fined in ‘landmark case’ for safety violations

Nova Scotia’s WCB introduces provider network to cut wait times for injured workers

WorkSafeBC clarifies tips, wage-loss benefits in payroll reporting directive

Trending in Safety

Worker who died at potash mine in southern Saskatchewan identified as loving father

Quebec teachers’ union survey says 90 per cent have faced violence on the job

Worker dies at underground potash mine in southern Saskatchewan

B.C. court delivers a rare guilty verdict in a workplace fatality case

OHS Products & Services

New breathalyzer offers dual testing modes for workplace, law enforcement

Safety technology firm Dräger has released a new alcohol testing device designed to serve both law enforcement and workplace safety needs with an adaptable system that permits both …

Ontario firm uses custom tech to supply first responders with safety gear
New alert system from OnStation warns drivers of road workers ahead

Cority acquires Meddbase to expand occupational health software offerings

Becklar secures new investment to expand safety technology solutions

Ergodyne’s new PPE aims to reduce workplace injuries and increase adoption

Becklar Workforce Safety integrates Apple’s Live Activities for enhanced worker safety

BendPak introduces new ergonomic work seats to reduce strain and improve worker comfort

Global Safety News

New SHRM research shows leadership and culture remain central as AI adoption grows

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Worker interested in taking polar bear photos at Nunavut site before he was killed
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