Return to work is an important part of a worker's recovery. For more information, download WCB's Recovery and Return to Work brochure in the upper right-hand corner under Related Information.
Employers and unions are required to make every reasonable effort to accommodate ill or injured workers. Duty to accommodate is a legal requirement based on human rights and labour-standards legislation. Sample forms employers can use are found under Related Information.
Return-to-work programs
Reduce your company's injury and illness costs and meet your legal obligations at the same time by focusing on return to work. Read the Focus on Return to Work package under Related Information to see how the WCB can help employers provide a safe and healthy workplace - free.
If your workplace already has a return-to-work program, does it meet standards set by the:
Would you like to have the WCB recognize and register your return-to-work program? Download WCB's audit under Related Information.
For additional information about implementing or auditing your return-to-work program, contact the WCB's Prevention department.
Return to Work