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==Getting hurt on the job==
==Getting hurt on the job==
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Sometimes workers get hurt on the job. Workers’ Compensation is a program run by WorkSafeBC. This program helps workers who are injured or get sick because of their work.
Sometimes workers get hurt on the job. Workers' compensation is a program run by WorkSafeBC. This program helps workers who are injured or get sick because of their work.
   
   
WorkSafeBC makes safety rules and sends inspectors to most workplaces to check if they are safe. Employers pay for this protection. There is no cost to workers.
WorkSafeBC makes safety rules and sends inspectors to most workplaces to check if they are safe. Employers pay for this protection. There is no cost to workers.


Workers who can’t work because of an accident at work or illness may get money from the Workers’ Compensation program. If a worker dies at work, the family may get compensation. Their website is at:<br> [http://www.worksafebc.com www.worksafebc.com]
Workers who can’t work because of an accident at work or illness may get money from the workers' compensation program. If a worker dies at work, the family may get compensation. Their website is at [http://www.worksafebc.com www.worksafebc.com].


==Employment insurance (EI)==
==Employment insurance (EI)==
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