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WorkSafe Saskatchewan's Eye on Safety Contest winners announced May 8, 2008   Contests winners were announced at the NAOSH kick-off luncheon in Moose Jaw. Full Story

Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon May 7, 2008   At the WCB's Annual General Meeting in Saskatoon, Chairperson David Eberle focused attention on the WCB's goal of eliminating work injuries. Full Story

WCB launches Mission: Zero at AGM in Saskatoon May 7, 2008   The WCB launches the Mission: Zero advertising campaign intended to drive home the impacts of work injuries and the importance of workplacve safety and injury prevention. Full Story

Annual General Meeting in Regina May 6, 2008   At the WCB's Annual General Meeting in Regina, Chairperson David Eberle focused attention on the WCB's goal of eliminating work injuries. Full Story

WCB launches Mission: Zero at AGM in Regina May 6, 2008   The WCB launches the Mission: Zero advertising campaign intended to drive home the impacts of work injuries and the importance of workplacve safety and injury prevention. Full Story

Compensation Reporter (Issue 1, 2008) April 30, 2008   This version of the WCB's corporate newsletter includes articles on Chairman David Eberle, the 2007 operating surplus and drop in premium rates for 2008, preview of Annual General Meeting items including a list of recent policy decisions, NAOSH Week, Safe Worker/Safe Employer Award winners, safety messages, report on Comp Institute, the CASH safety certificate program, WCB's corporate code of conduct and ethics, Saskatoon office move, and the first conviction for criminal negligence against an employer under Bill C-45. Full Story

Reference Materials for AGM Available in Advance April 28, 2008   The following reference materials for the 2008 Annual General Meeting (AGM) are now available:2008-2010 Strategic and Operational Plan, 2007 Annual Report, and 2007 Report to Stakeholders. Full Story

Saskatchewan WCB statistical information April 23, 2008   2007 Statistical Summary and 2008 1st Quarter Injury Statistics are now available. Full Story

A Record Year for the WCB April 15, 2008   The WCB's Annual Report, tabled today in the legislature, shows a $130 million operating surplus. This is the WCB's fourth consecutive operating surplus and the largest in its history. Full Story

Day of Mourning April 10, 2008   Day of Mourning memorial services will be held across Canada on April 28 to honour workers who were seriously injured, killed on the job or who died of conditions or diseases associated with their work during the past year. As well as mourning those workers who have died, the day draws attention to the need for safety for the living. Full Story

2008 Annual General Meeting Regina and Saskatoon April 2, 2008   The WCB's Annual General Meetings will be held May 6 in Regina and May 7 in Saskatoon. Full Story

Shell's Journey to a Zero Injury Workplace Highlights Day Two of WCB's Comp Institute March 11, 2008   Shell's journey to a better workplace safety culture highlights the second day of this year's 11th annual Comp Institute, sponsored by the Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board and being held at the Delta Regina Hotel. Full Story

11th Annual Comp Institute Continues to Grow and Attract People From Across Western Canada March 10, 2008   More than 320 people are attending the 11th Annual Comp Institute beginning today and sponsored by the Saskatchewan Worker' Compensation Board (WCB). Participants will attend workshops and educational sessions focusing on workers' compensation and workplace safety. The two-day event is free to registered participants. Full Story

WorkSafe Saskatchewan Safe Worker and Safe Employer Awards Announced February 4, 2008   The WorkSafe Saskatchewan Safe Worker and Safe Employer awards were announced today during the Industrial Safety Seminar being held in Saskatoon. Full Story

Youth Quiz February 1, 2008   WorkSafe Saskatchewan Youth Quiz website offers fun, information and great prizes. Full Story

WHMIS Online Training for Saskatchewan Workers January 31, 2008   WHMIS for Saskatchewan Workers is an online course developed for WorkSafe Saskatchewan by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). It is intended for people who work with or may be exposed to hazardous materials at work. Full Story

WorkSafe Saskatchewan at Play it Safe Day January 8, 2008   WorkSafe Bob and his helpers attended SGI's Play It Safe Day on September 1 to promote safety at work and play. Full Story

Notice regarding Employer Payroll Statements January 3, 2008   The 2007-2008 Employer Payroll Statements (EPS) will be mailed the week of January 14. Employers must then complete and submit their statements to arrive at the WCB by the Feb. 28 deadline required by legislation. Full Story

Saskatchewan Safety Council's 35th Industrial Safety Seminar January 3, 2008   This annual seminar will be held in Saskatoon on February 4, 5, and 6, 2008. Full Story

Newfoundland Delegation Visits December 31, 2007   The WCB hosted a delegation from Newfoundland and Labrador interested in learning more about workplace safety initiatives. Full Story

WCB achieves two workplace designations December 27, 2007   The WCB was named as one of the Top 10 Employers in Saskatchewan and as a Youth Friendly Workplace. Both designations are based on the types of employment programs offered. Full Story

My chair is hurting me! December 24, 2007   Some quick tips on adjusting the armrests on your office chair. Full Story

8.2% Reduction in 2008 WCB Average Premium Rate Approved December 21, 2007   The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) today announced it will reduce the 2008 average premium rate by 8.2 per cent. The announcement follows a series of meetings with employer stakeholders and is the third reduction to the average premium rate in the past four years. Full Story

Recent Board Policy Decisions December 20, 2007   A number of policies have been introduced or amended since the last edition of Comp Reporter. Full Story

Experience Rating December 17, 2007   The WCB's Experience Rating Program provides financial incentives to encourage safety and injury prevention in the workplace. Full Story

The Right Care at the Right Time December 13, 2007   The WCB offers a Support Package for physicians who treat WCB clients. This package explains the physicians role in the partnership with injured workers, their employers and the WCB to ensure the right treatment at the right time and the importance of return to work. Full Story

Safety equipment for students December 10, 2007   30 students in trades training at Martin Collegiate in Regina have new safety boots thanks to a donation from the WCB's Corporate Social Responsibility Program. Full Story

Strong Recognition and Support for WorkSafe Saskatchewan December 6, 2007   A random sampling of more than 600 Saskatchewan residents indicates that WorkSafe Saskatchewan promotions are having a positive effect on attitudes about the importance of safety. Full Story

New publication for employers December 3, 2007   In collaboration with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, the WCB has published A Guide to the Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board for Business as a quick reference for employers. Full Story

Comp Reporter November 29, 2007   The 2007 November issue of the WCB's newsletter, Comp Reporter, includes information about several new initiatvies and related publications, a report on the effectiveness of recent Worksafe Saskatchewan ad campaigns, and a list of new and updated Board policy decisions. Full Story

8.2 % Reduction in 2008 WCB Premium Proposal November 13, 2007   The Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) today announced a proposal to reduce its 2008 average premium rate by 8.2 per cent to $1.69. Full Story

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