May 13, 2026
The Workers Compensation Board partners with Rural Action Centres and CBDC
Charlottetown, May 13, 2026 – The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) has partnered with Rural Action Centres and CBDC to offer in-person occupational health and safety (OHS) workshops across PEI. The workshops, which are free to attend and cover a wide range of OHS topics, are being held at Rural Action Centre and CBDC locations in Montague, Summerside and Alberton. “We are pleased to partner with the WCB to offer this training,” said Maxine Rennie, Executive Director of Alberton Rural Action Centre and CBDC West Prince Ventures. “We work to connect businesses, service providers and community stakeholders to build vibrant and prosperous rural communities. Providing access to this training will build healthier and safer workplaces in rural communities across PEI.” Danny Miller, the WCB’s Director of OHS says that access to training strengthens workplace safety culture across the Island. “Safety is a shared responsibility, and training provides clarity on everyone’s roles and responsibilities in workplace safety. Through the partnership with RAC, we’re making it easier for employers and workers in rural PEI to access the training they need to stay safe at work.” Workshop Topics: Health and Safety Committee Basics & Safety Leadership Identifying and Controlling Hazards Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Basics Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Essentials for Seasonal Businesses Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace Safety Orientation Responsibilities Safety Programs Supervisor Safety Young and Vulnerable Workers WCB Claims The next workshop, OHS Essentials for Seasonal Businesses, takes place May 14 at the Montague RAC location. See the WCB’s full calendar of upcoming in-person workshops and training options. Register for an OHS workshop in Montague or Alberton. For more information, contact WCB Communications at news@wcb.pe.ca or 902-388-8671. Aussi disponible en français
May 12, 2026
We are hiring!
We are looking for an Occupational Hygienist to join our team! Do you have experience in the field of occupational hygiene? Have you taken formal training in occupational health and safety principles and practices from a recognized university or college? If so, then this position may be the perfect fit for you! Apply now!
