What does WorkSafeBC do?

WorkSafeBC is a provincial statutory corporation in British Columbia, Canada, dedicated to managing the workers' compensation system. It provides no-fault insurance to employers and promotes workplace health and safety. The organization delivers compensation, rehabilitation, and support services to workers who are injured or become ill on the job. Funded entirely by employer-paid insurance premiums and investment income, WorkSafeBC collaborates with workers, employers, health care providers, and government agencies to prevent workplace injuries and support recovery. As the exclusive workers' compensation insurer in British Columbia, WorkSafeBC enforces the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. It offers a range of services, including prevention programs, claims processing, and rehabilitation support. Workers receive medical coverage, wage-loss benefits, and vocational rehabilitation, while employers benefit from lawsuit protection and resources to create safer workplaces. WorkSafeBC also provides specialized support services and online tools for managing accounts and accessing benefits.