Day of Mourning provides opportunity to remember PEI Workers injured or killed on the job

Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island

Day of Mourning provides opportunity to remember PEI Workers injured or killed on the job

April 25, 2023

The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) encourages all Islanders to pay their respects on April 28, the National Day of Mourning, by remembering workers who have died, were injured or became ill from their job.

“The Day of Mourning is a solemn day of remembrance, not only for workers who lost their lives to work-related injury or illness, but to show support to their families, friends and communities,” said Jim MacPhee, WCB Chair. “On April 28, we also take time to renew our collective commitment to protecting workers by preventing further work-related injuries and illness from happening, and making sure PEI’s workplaces are safe.”

Sadly, in 2022, three Islanders lost their lives due to workplace incident or illness. This includes all compensable and non-compensable work-related injuries or illness that resulted in the passing of a worker, as reported to the WCB.

“On this day our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives on the job. We remember them and mourn their loss, “said Carl Pursey, President of the PEI Federation of Labour. “We must continue to work together for the living to prevent workplace accidents - now more than ever.”

The Day of Mourning was first recognized in Canada in 1984. It is traditionally marked in many ways including public ceremonies, wearing black and yellow ribbons or lapel stickers, lighting candles, observing a moment of silence at 11:00 a.m., and sharing stories about how workplace tragedies have touched people’s lives.

The PEI Federation of Labour is organizing a memorial event which will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 28, at St. Paul’s Church Hall, 101 Prince Street.

The Workers Compensation Board partners with employers and workers in building safe and healthy workplaces and support recovery, if an injury occurs, through the administration of the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Urgent workplace health and safety matters can be reported anytime by calling our 24/7 emergency line at 902-628-7513.

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902-894-0362 or news@wcb.pe.ca

December 03, 2024

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Canada Post Service Disruption

UPDATE – December 3, 2024 The WCB continues to monitor the situation on a day-by-day basis, and will only issue mail if, and when, it’s possible to do so, to minimize disruption to our clients. Filing a claim For workers and employers, the quickest way to start the claim process with the WCB is to do online. Workers can file here - https://secure2.wcb.pe.ca/Workers/WorkersReport Employers can file here - https://wcb.pe.ca/Employers/OnlineServicesSignIn Dropping off documents Workers and employers can securely drop off claim forms and other WCB-related documents at: The WCB head office, 14 Weymouth Street, Charlottetown, Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm. All Access PEI locations as of November 26, 2024. Please check the locations and hours of operation here: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/transportation-and-infrastructure/access-pei-locations Emailing documents Documents can also be emailed as follows. Worker’s and Employer Report – workerservices@wcb.pe.ca Employer Accounts (registration, renewals, etc.) – safetymatter@wcb.pe.ca Payments The WCB has actively been reaching out to clients and to make arrangements to make sure payments continue to be made in a timely manner. The mail strike does not affect those who receive their payments through direct deposit. Injured workers and health care providers are encouraged to set up direct deposit. To sign up, complete the appropriate form: Worker Direct Deposit Form: https://bit.ly/3Z6Jzqk Direct Deposit Request – Service Provider Form : https://bit.ly/4ey4maM Registered employer 2025 rate letters At this time of the year, the WCB usually mails out rate notification letters to all registered employers. That’s not possible this year with the ongoing Canada Post strike. However, rate letters are now available by calling the WCB’s Employer Services at 902-368-5680 or toll-free 1-800-237-5049 in Atlantic Canada. You can also contact us by email at safetymatters@wcb.pe.ca Our Online Services remain available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, where you can submit claims, reports, review account balances and remit account payments electronically. If you have any questions or concerns about your payments, please contact the WCB at 902-368-5680 or toll-free 1-800-237-5049 in Atlantic Canada.

December 02, 2024

Drive with safety in mind

December 1 – 7 is #NationalSafeDriving Week! Did you know that a vehicle can be considered a workplace? Many workers operate a motor vehicle for a long period of time to perform their job, which increases their exposure to some health and safety risks. Read about the preventive and safety measures for drivers here.

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