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April 13, 2022 |
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Submission to the WCB on Suitable Occupation for LOE Assessment

A pdf of the complete submission can be found here. Introduction The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation”, “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide our submission with respect to the proposed policy amendments regarding suitable occupation for loss of earnings (“LOE”) assessment. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100 locals

March 15, 2022 |
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Submission to the WCB on Permanent Psychological Disability Benefits Policy Review Consultation

A pdf of the complete submission can be found here. The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide a submission on the current Permanent Disability Benefits Policy Review. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100 locals, working in every aspect of the BC economy. The Federation is recognized by the

January 21, 2022 |
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Submission to the WCB on Determining Workplace Status

A pdf of the complete submission can be found here. The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide a submission on the current review of the Workers’ Compensation Board’s (“WCB”) policy governing workplace status. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100 locals, working in every aspect of the BC

December 16, 2021 |
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Submission to WCB on proposed regulatory amendments to Part 3, Reassignment of refused work

A PDF of the complete submission can be found here. Introduction The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation,” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide our submission with respect to the proposed amendments to: Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities, Section 3.12-3.13 Reassignment of Refused Work. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100

October 12, 2021 |
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Submission to WCB on proposed regulatory amendments to Part 3

A PDF of the complete submission can be found here. Introduction The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation,” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide our submission with respect to the proposed amendments to: Part 3: Rights and responsibilities, Occupational first aid, Sections 3.1, 3.14-3.21 and Tables: 3-A Minimum levels of first aid and 3-1, Minimum requirements The Federation represents

September 28, 2021 |
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Submission to BC Budget Consultations 2022

Read the full report here. Introduction Throughout the pandemic workers have been there, providing essential services, from food delivery to health care and beyond. It is due to the sacrifices of essential workers and their families that so many others were able to safely work from home. While the pandemic did not create them, COVID-19 has exposed inequities and gaps in our public health and


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