Annual Report
Section 175 of The Workers' Compensation Act, 1979 requires that the WCB submit an Annual Report to the Lieutenant Governor giving information about our performance against our Strategic and Operational Plan and financial statements.

Stakeholder Programs
Although the WCB operates at arm's length from the provincial government, it is accountable to stakeholders in numerous ways. Indeed, many of the WCB's events listed here are unique in Canada, providing stakeholders opportunities to meet with key decision makers.

Compensation Institute
Take advantage of this three-day, no-cost, public education event and learn about workers' compensation. Sessions include everything from claims management process to injury prevention and safety programs. This year, Comp Institute was held in Saskatoon, March 19 - 21. Comp Institute provides an opportunity for all stakeholders to learn about the workers' compensation system and workplace safety successes. This event is the only outreach event of its kind in Canada. The 2007 Comp Institute was held in Saskatoon, March 19-20 with an optional full-day program on March 21 about using a balanced scorecard approach to managin safety preformance. Attendees at this, the 10th Institute, included employers, workers, caregivers, labour, safety organizations and the general public.

• Highlights
  WCB Chair, John Solomon, welcomed those in attendance and provided an overview of the accomplishments of the WCB over the past year including the latest series of WorkSafe television ads. He also brought greetings from Honourable David Forbes, Minister of Labour and Minister Responsible for the Workers' Compensation Board.
  
  Case Management I
  WCB's case management approach and the long term claims management process.
  Jeff Dirksen - Team Leader, Case Management - Saskatoon Office
  
  Case Management II
  Follow a hypothetical claim from the perspective of a WCB case manager.
  Lorraine Schick - Team Leader, Case Management - Saskatoon
  Lorna Johnson - Case Manager, Case Management - Saskatoon
  
  Claims Entitlement I
  Organizational structure, principals of adjudication, reporting and life-cycle of a claim.
  Daryl Davies - Team Leader, Claims Entitlement
  
  Employer Services
  Classification, clearances, employer payroll statements and on-line employer services.
  Sara Potter - Team Leader, Employer Accounts - REA
  Lisa Jardine - Employer Service Specialist - REA
  
  Esterhazy Mine Fire: How our safety program saved lives.
  Lorne Cooper - Vice President - Environmental Health & Safety, Mosaic Potash
  
  Medical & Health Care Services
  An overview of the role this WCB department provides in assisting the injured worker in early recovery and return to work.
  Jim Melenchuk - Chief Medical Officer, WCB
  
  Navigating our systems
  How to communicate with the WCB.
  Mary Johnson - Business Analyst, Information Technology
  Gale Seidlitz - Business Analyst, Information Technology
  
  Rate Setting & Experience Rating
  An explanation of the premium rate setting model and experience rating program that are used to determine an employer's required premium.
  Christine Han - Team Leader, Research and Revenue - REA
  Carl Dueck - Quantitative Research Analyst - REA
  
  Appeals
  How does the process work? What do I need to do?
  Ken Svenson - Manager, Appeals, WCB
  
  Claims Entitlement II
  Claim development, the difference between simple and complex. Specific discussion on policies, i.e.: mental health, repetitive strain, etc.
  Daryl Davies - Team Leader, Claims Entitlement, WCB
  
  Internal Audit
  What is fraud and how to report it?
  Marnie Williams - Investigator, Internal Audit, WCB
  
  Making safety part of your corporate culture
  Making safety a shared value of every employee, by including safety in strategic planning, decision making, and daily operations.
  Chris Budzich - Safety Manager, Agriculture Manufacturers of Canada
  
  Provincial Safety Program Certification
  Review of the work being done to establish a provincial safety certification program.
  Craig McAuley - Program Services Manager, Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association; Craig is also the chair of the Joint Industry Committee
  
  Safety starts at the top
  The role of senior leadership in safety programs. Where Enerflex's program is, where they started and where they want to be.
  Enerflex is the recipient of WorkSafe Saskatchewan's 2007 Safe Employer Award. Mr. Tremblay has been nominated for the Leadership Award for safety in Alberta.
  Yves Tremblay - VP, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, Syntech Enerflex Systems
  
  Success Story: General Cable safety program
  How our safety culture involves all our employees to assist us in identifying unsafe acts and conditions.
  Ray Funke - Plant Manager, General Cable
  
  The Act in Brief
  Legislation and regulations, why workers' compensation works the way it does.
  Wayne Dale - Solicitor, Legal Services, WCB
  
  What is a return to work management program?
  Numerous employers have heard the term return to work (RTW). Most are prepared to accommodate injured/ill workers with transitional RTW plans. Many have developed and implemented RTW programs. Some are even becoming industry leaders in RTW. Find out more about RTW, and the difference between a RTW plan and a RTW program. Learn what it means to manage RTW.
  Natalie Langill - Employer Services Consultants, Prevention
  
  WorkSafe - More than just an ad campaign
  WorkSafe Saskatchewan is a partnership between Saskatchewan Labour and the WCB to create a culture that prevents occupational injury and illness.
  Gail Kruger - VP, Prevention, Finance and Information Technology, WCB
  Glennis Bihun - Acting Executive Director, Saskatchewan Labour OH&S Division
  
  Success Story: Return to work - University of Saskatchewan
  The importance of internal champions in the promotion and facilitation of return to work programs, and how such a program reduced compensation costs.
  This session was not available. The following session was provided as a replacement.
  
  Ergonomics: What is it and Why Should I Care?
  The importance of ergonomics in the prevention of cumulative trauma disorders.
  Bev Ward, Prevention Department, WCB
  
  Creating a Strategy-Focused Organization Using A Balanced Scorecard Approach for Managing Safety Performance
  This workshop is designed to inform, stimulate and motivate organizations to develop strategy-focused processes for next-level performance. It also explains how the balanced scorecard process links directly with Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems.
  Ted S. Ingalls, CHMM
  President, Performance Management Consultants
  
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Annual General Meeting
The WCB was the first in Canada to hold annual public meetings starting in 1995. Now a legislated event (section 22.2 of the Workers' Compensation General Regulations ), it supports the organization's dedication to openness and accountability by providing an overview of the WCB's operations. The 2007 Annual General Meetings were held May 15 in Saskatoon at the Hilton Garden Inn and May 16 in Regina at the Hotel Saskatchewan.

The WCB was the first in Canada to hold annual public meetings starting in 1995. Now a legislated event (section 22.2 of the Workers' Compensation General Regulations), it supports the organization's dedication to openness and accountability by providing an overview of the WCB's operations. Stakeholders are briefed on the WCB's operational and financial situation, as well as its strategic and capital plans, and program and policy changes.

Transcripts
Record of the May 15-16 meeting, including slides and question-and-answer sessions.
Annual Meeting Presentation
Regina Questions & Answer Session
Saskatoon Questions & Answer Session

Feedback
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Compensation Reporter
Our newsletter updates stakeholders throughout the year on what is happening at the WCB. You can also find information about policy changes, special events and many more other subjects in each issue. View Compensation Reporter.

Employer Premium Consultation
This annual fall process is spread over two to three weeks. Employer groups and associations are invited to discuss the WCB's projections for the following year's premiums.

Committee of Review
A panel made up of equal employer and worker representation reviews the WCB every four years, as required by legislation (section 162 of the Workers' Compensation Act). The Report of the 2006 Committee of Review was released in July 2007.

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In addition to special events, the WCB has ongoing programs year-round that raise awareness about the WCB, and educate employers and workers alike about injury prevention.

Speakers Bureau
Although virtually everyone is covered by workers' compensation, few know much about it. Through Speakers Bureau, the WCB can provide your organization or workplace with a qualified speaker or presenter. Choose a WCB topic that's important to your organization or industry, and we'll deliver. Presenters range from Board and Executive members to front-line staff. View Speakers Bureau brochure or e-mail us at Speakers Bureau.

Prevention Educational Sessions
Need the latest information on injury prevention or injury and disability management? Check out our educational sessions on a wide range of areas, including carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic pain, backaches and stress management.

Annual Publications
Section 175 of the Workers' Compensation Act requires the WCB to submit an annual report to the Lieutenant Governor. Inside, you will find the information on everything from our corporate initiatives to financial statements.

Stakeholder Relations
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