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== 1. Print Resources ==
== 1. Print Resources ==


Heather MacDonald and Marguerite Mousseau. ''Workers’ Compensation in British Columbia'', (LexisNexis Canada, 2009)
Heather MacDonald and Marguerite Mousseau, ''Workers’ Compensation in British Columbia'', (LexisNexis Canada, 2009).
*A comprehensive overview of the workers' compensation system in British Columbia, written by two members of the WCAT, the senior appeal tribunal.
 
* ''A comprehensive overview of the workers' compensation system in British Columbia, written by two members of WCAT.''


== 2. Internet Resources ==
== 2. Internet Resources ==


'''[http://www.worksafebc.com WorkSafe BC]'''
'''WorkSafe BC'''<BR>
 
Website: [http://www.worksafebc.com www.worksafebc.com]
*The Board’s own site contains a wealth of material, including the complete Claims Manual, Appeal Division decisions (since January 1, 2000), the complete Reporter series of decisions, and most of the reports and documents listed above. It also has decisions of the old Appeal Division and the Review Division, and statistics and resources.
*A policy and legislation page is located at http://www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy with links to an online version of the Act, recent amendments, and various policy and practice materials. This is the most practical way to research current policies and practices, including the Board’s two-volume compensation policy manual, which has the force of law.
*To keep updated with changed WCB policies, visit the “Table of Effective Dates & Application of Published Compensation Policy” at
:[http://www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy/claims-rehabilitation/compensation-policy-dates www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy/claims-rehabilitation/compensation-policy-dates]


'''[http://www.labour.gov.bc.ca/wab/ Workers’ Advisor’s Office]'''
* The Board’s website contains a wealth of material, including the complete Claims Manual, Appeal Division decisions (since January 1, 2000), and the complete Reporter series of decisions. It also has decisions of the old Appeal Division and the Review Division, statistics, and resources.


*This site, which is part of the Ministry of Labour, contains excellent plain language summaries of the key aspects of the system written for the average claimant, and other material as well. This service is free for anyone who is not represented by a union.
* A policy and legislation page is located at [http://www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy] with links to an online version of the Act, recent amendments, and various policy and practice materials. This is the most practical way to research current policies and practices, including the Board’s two-volume compensation policy manual, which has the force of law.


'''[http://www.wcat.bc.ca Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal]'''
* To keep updated with changed WCB policies, visit the “Table of Effective Dates & Application of Published Compensation Policy” at [http://www.worksafebc.com/en/lawpolicy/claims-rehabilitation/compensation-policy-dates. www.worksafebc.com/en/lawpolicy/claims-rehabilitation/compensation-policy-dates.]


*This site provides information about WCAT and various aspects of Workers’Compensation appeal matters. The “How to Appeal” section provides information on how to appeal, enables access to various appeal forms and provides internet links to WCAT publications as well as other resources that can assist in the appeal process. It also contains WCAT decisions, as well as forms required for appeal.
'''Workers’ Advisers Office'''<BR>
Website: [http://www.gov.bc.ca/workersadvisers www.gov.bc.ca/workersadvisers]


*The Post Decision Guide on the website provides information on what can happen after WCAT makes a decision and how to request reconsideration. You can find previous decisions [http://www.wcat.bc.ca/research/WCAT_publications/appeal_guides/pdf/post_decision_guide.pdf here].
* This site contains excellent plain language summaries of the key aspects of the system written for the average claimant, and other material as well. This service is free for anyone who is not represented by a union


*All of WCAT’s previous decisions are public, and can be found at: [http://www.wcat.bc.ca/search/decision_search.aspx here].
'''Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal'''<BR>
Website: [http://www.wcat.bc.ca www.wcat.bc.ca]


*To apply for reconsideration, visit [http://www.wcat.bc.ca/appeals/after/reconsideration.html this page].
* This site provides information about WCAT and various aspects of Workers’ Compensation appeal matters. The “How to Appeal” section provides information on how to appeal, enables access to various appeal forms, and provides internet links to WCAT publications as well as other resources that can assist in the appeal process.


== 3. Organizations ==
== 3. Organizations ==


=== Workers’ Compensation Advocacy Group ===
'''BC Federation of Labour'''<BR>
*An informal organization open to all advocates for injured workers, including union representatives, private and legal aid lawyers, workers’ advisors, injured workers’ group leaders, and others. The group meets monthly, and as a recognized stakeholder for injured workers, is regularly consulted by WCB and government about WCB matters.
Website: [http://www.bcfed.com www.bcfed.com]<BR>
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406 - 4370 Dominion Street  
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Burnaby, BC V5G 4L7<BR>
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Telephone: (604) 430-1421<BR>
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Email: bcfed@bcfed.ca
 
=== PovNet’s wcb-bc Email List ===
 
*For more information, contact Jim Sayre at jsayre@clasbc.net, or Penny Goldsmith at penny@povnet.org.
*PovNet sponsors an interactive, confidential email list for workers’ advocates. The list enables members to post questions and information about WCB cases and matters, and to respond to other members’ postings.


=== BC Federation of Labour ===
* The BC Federation of Labour represents more than half a million workers through affiliated unions across the province, working in every aspect of the BC economy. The Federation is a member of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and works with the CLC to further the interests of working people across the country.
*The BC Federation of Labour represents more than half a million workers through affiliated unions in more than 800 locals, working in every aspect of the BC economy.
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| online = [http://www.bcfed.com Website]
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Latest revision as of 00:15, 3 September 2024

This information applies to British Columbia, Canada. Last reviewed for legal accuracy by the Law Students' Legal Advice Program on September 2, 2024.



1. Print Resources

Heather MacDonald and Marguerite Mousseau, Workers’ Compensation in British Columbia, (LexisNexis Canada, 2009).

  • A comprehensive overview of the workers' compensation system in British Columbia, written by two members of WCAT.

2. Internet Resources

WorkSafe BC
Website: www.worksafebc.com

  • The Board’s website contains a wealth of material, including the complete Claims Manual, Appeal Division decisions (since January 1, 2000), and the complete Reporter series of decisions. It also has decisions of the old Appeal Division and the Review Division, statistics, and resources.
  • A policy and legislation page is located at www.worksafebc.com/en/law-policy with links to an online version of the Act, recent amendments, and various policy and practice materials. This is the most practical way to research current policies and practices, including the Board’s two-volume compensation policy manual, which has the force of law.

Workers’ Advisers Office
Website: www.gov.bc.ca/workersadvisers

  • This site contains excellent plain language summaries of the key aspects of the system written for the average claimant, and other material as well. This service is free for anyone who is not represented by a union

Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal
Website: www.wcat.bc.ca

  • This site provides information about WCAT and various aspects of Workers’ Compensation appeal matters. The “How to Appeal” section provides information on how to appeal, enables access to various appeal forms, and provides internet links to WCAT publications as well as other resources that can assist in the appeal process.

3. Organizations

BC Federation of Labour
Website: www.bcfed.com
406 - 4370 Dominion Street Burnaby, BC V5G 4L7
Telephone: (604) 430-1421
Email: bcfed@bcfed.ca

  • The BC Federation of Labour represents more than half a million workers through affiliated unions across the province, working in every aspect of the BC economy. The Federation is a member of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and works with the CLC to further the interests of working people across the country.


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