News and announcements
| January 10, 2012 | Read our latest issue of WorkSIGHT magazine online - Mailed to employers with a WCB-Alberta account employing at least one worker More... |
| January 1, 2012 | The deadline to file your annual return is February 29, 2012 - Over 80,000 employers enjoy the convenience of filing their annual return through myWCB online services. It's fast, easy and secure. More... |
Archives
2011
| December 23, 2011 | Holiday hours of operation - WCB-Alberta will be OPEN on Friday, December 23, Thursday, December 29 and Friday, December 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are CLOSED on December 26, 27, 28 and January 2. |
| December 19, 2011 | WCB-Alberta Shoulder Program - Learn more about WCB-Alberta's Shoulder Program. More... |
| December 15, 2011 | Labour Market Survey - You may receive calls to participate in a Labour Market Survey. More... |
| December 12, 2011 | Annual return passwords - Online passwords will be mailed to employers soon. More |
| December 8, 2011 | 2012 premium rates are now available - Premium rates range from $0.20 to $6.54 per $100 of insurable earnings. Your rate is based on your performance. More… |
| December 5, 2011 | OIS Change Effective December 11, 2011 - LifeMark Health - Heritage Hill in Calgary will no longer be able to offer Occupational Injury Services (OIS) to employers. They will continue to offer rehabilitation services to injured workers through their physiotherapy and chiropractic programs. LifeMark Health will continue to offer the OIS program though their clinic in the northeast at 2121 - 29 Street NE, Calgary. |
| December 1, 2011 | Reinforcing our commitment to fairness - A request for an internal review can now be submitted online. Learn more about questioning a claim and how to submit a request online. More… |
| November 30, 2011 | NEW 2012 pension payment calendar is now available - Enjoy the convenience of having your payments directly deposited into your bank account. Call one of our Contact Representatives and register for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) today. More... |
| November 27, 2011 | Employers - your online experience just got better - Today it’s even easier to access your account information online. More… |
| November 22, 2011 | Message from Guy Kerr - WCB-Alberta remains committed to helping Albertans Return to Work. More... |
| November 18, 2011 | Employers - get a better online experience - We’re making some changes to how you access your WCB account online. More… |
| October 24, 2011 | Employer annual premium rate statements will no longer be mailed - Your 2012 employer premium rate statement will be available electronically in mid December 2011. Sign-up for Loss Control Reporting under myWCB by November 30 to access your online rate statement in December. Sign-up now... |
| September 29, 2011 | Stories - Albertans Working - Read inspiring stories about the hard work and determination of Albertans. More... |
| August 8, 2011 | The 10th Annual Alberta Health & Safety Conference and Trade Fair- October 24 to 26 at the BMO Centre - Stampede Park, Calgary, Alberta. More... |
| June 30, 2011 | Postal disruption update - All compensation and pension cheques generated during the postal disruption have been sent to Canada Post for delivery. If you signed up for direct deposit, remember to update WCB with changes to your banking information. Any current or future WCB claims will use that account. |
| June 16, 2011 | View the 2011 Annual General Meeting webcast - Available for viewing for 30 days from today. Watch now.... |
| June 16, 2011 | WCB-Alberta—making good performance matter - Working hard with its partners to maintain stability for both workers and employers in Alberta. More... |
| June 15, 2011 | We are monitoring the Canada Post lockout today. If the lockout extends beyond today, we will begin implementing contingency plans. If you have questions, please contact your case manager. Please continue to check back for WCB-related information. |
| June 15, 2011 | Join the 2011 Annual General Meeting webcast You can participate in the AGM from anywhere in Alberta. The interactive webcast is live on June 16 at 10:30 a.m. Find out more... |
| June 9, 2011 | Postal strike update -The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (C.U.P.W) continues their rotational strike and there may be a reduced mail delivery schedule in urban centres, causing only slight delays in mail delivery. If you have questions, please contact your case manager. Please continue to check back for WCB-related information. |
| June 8, 2011 | Postal strike update - The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (C.U.P.W) continues their rotational strike. WCB payments to workers, employers and service providers continue as usual, with only slight delays during the Edmonton/Calgary strike. If you are an injured worker and have questions, please contact your case manager. Please continue to check back for WCB-related information. |
| June 6, 2011 | It's not too late to sponsor the Charity Golf Tournament - We are still looking for sponsors for the Charity Golf event on June 22, 2011 benefiting the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society. Find out more about the event and the 2011 sponsors. More... |
| June 2, 2011 | Postal strike update - The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (C.U.P.W) will begin a rotational strike on Friday, June 3. At this point, WCB payments to workers, employers and service providers will not be affected. Please continue to check back for WCB-related information. |
| June 1, 2011 | Register for our 2011 Annual General Meeting webcast - You can participate in the AGM from anywhere in Alberta. The interactive webcast is live on June 16 at 10:30 a.m. If you would like to register to attend the Calgary meeting in person, please call 780-498-8616 by June 13. |
| June 1, 2011 | 2010 Annual Report - We are proud to be one of Canada's most stable and strongly funded systems. For injured workers this means benefit protection and for employers this means we maintain our focus on running an efficient and effective system that rewards your good performance. More... |
| May 30, 2011 | We are prepared in case of a postal strike -The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (C.U.P.W) may begin a strike on Friday, June 3. In the event of a strike, plans are in place to minimize the impact on injured workers, employers and providers. Please continue to check back for WCB-related information. |
| May 26, 2011 | 2011 Annual General Meeting webcast - Join our 2011 AGM webcast on June 16 at 10:30 a.m.from anywhere in Alberta. Registration opens June 1st. |
| May 17, 2011 | Do you live in Slave Lake? We want to ensure we provide the workers' compensation assistance you need. More... |
| May 16, 2011 | Legislation update - The coverage for firefighters with cancer has been updated. More... |
| May 16, 2011 | 2010 Special Dividends - Better-than-expected investment returns in 2010 mean eligible employers will soon be receiving a special dividend rebate. Find out more... |
| May 12, 2011 | Our partners find success though Partnerships in Injury Reduction - Find out more... |
| April 27, 2011 | Looking for a WCB authorized provider or clinic? Search by your postal code and find a chiropractor or physical therapist close to your home or work. More... |
| April 8, 2011 | Two board member vacancies - Representative of the interests of employers and representative of the interests of workers. Deadline for applications is April 23, 2011 (link no longer available) |
| March 29, 2011 | Looking to build a better pricing program? It’s now easier than ever. Find out more... |
| March 17, 2011 | WCB Charity Golf Tournament - Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 20th anniversary of the WCB Charity Golf Tournament supporting the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society. More… |
| March 1, 2011 | Young worker safety - Heads Up – Young Worker Safety launches new message: trust your gut. More… |
| February 24, 2011 | Need a WCB Account? It's fast, easy and FREE. No need for third party assistance. You can also sign up for myWCB to manage your account online. If you need help our eBusiness support team is here for you. Open a WCB account now... |
| January 6, 2011 | Have you filed your Annual Return yet? If not, don’t worry, there’s still time. The deadline to file is February 28. Find out more. |
2010
| December 31, 2010 | Reminder - Regional Service Centre closures - Effective today, December 31, the Red Deer, Lethbridge and Grande Prairie regional offices will be permanently closed. More... |
| December 16, 2010 | Annual return passwords - Online passwords will be mailed to employers soon. More... |
| December 15, 2010 | NEW 2011 pension payment calendar is now available - Enjoy the convenience of having your payments directly deposited into your bank account. Call one of our Contact Representatives and register for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) today. More... |
| December 13, 2010 | Updated substance abuse assessment checklist form (C-942) for physicians - A revised WCB Opioid Management Policy and updated forms, including C-942, assists physicians in assessing appropriate use of narcotics in patient treatment plans. More... |
| November 18, 2010 | 2011 premium rate - WCB’s average industry premium rate will drop to $1.22 for 2011. More... |
| November 17, 2010 | 2011 Research grants competition - The WCB Research Program is currently accepting new research grant proposals. (link no longer available) |
| November 16, 2010 | Regional Service Centre closures - Effective December 31, the Red Deer, Lethbridge and Grande Prairie regional offices will be permanently closed. More... |
| October 13, 2010 | Employer performance: fatality data update - WCB is currently validating occupational disease fatality claims to ensure they are charged to the correct employer or industry. Learn more... |
| September 21, 2010 | Alberta employer performance data - Ministry of Human Services is publishing employer performance data soon. Learn more... |
| September 3, 2010 | Employers: Are you looking for your most up to date WCB account data? Sign up for Loss Control Reporting (LCR) through MyWCB online services. More... |
| September 1, 2010 | NEW - Process change for employer claim file requests - Effective today an employer or employer representative must fill out a C896 - Intent for Request for Review or Appeal form in order to attain a claim file. More... |
| August 30, 2010 | NEW - Use your Interac card online to pay premiums and fees - The best part? There’s no monthly maximum, unlike credit card transactions to WCB that can’t exceed $5,000 monthly. The only limits are those set by your bank. This new payment option is part of WCB’s ongoing enhancements to our online services.. More about your payment options... |
| August 23, 2010 | NEW - online access to employer/worker pink copies - Employer/worker pink copy of the Physician’s First Report (C-050) and Progress Report (C-151) are now available online. More... |
| August 23, 2010 | Process change for employer claim file requests - Effective September 1, 2010, an employer or employer representative must fill out a C896 - Intent for Request for Review or Appeal form in order to attain a claim file. More... |
| August 5, 2010 | The 9th Annual Alberta Health & Safety Conference and Trade Fair - November 8 to 10 at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton, Alberta. More... |
| July 23, 2010 | Effective August 1st, the Grande Prairie regional office will be temporarily closed until a review is complete. Workers in the area still have access to all WCB services through the WCB Contact Center and the website. If you would like more information or to make alternate arrangements, please contact your case manager directly. |
| July 16, 2010 | BackPain - Don't take it lying down - The BackPain campaign is focused on educating Albertans that staying active is the best treatment. Spread the message in your workplace. Order our new campaign posters... |
| June 29, 2010 | Enhancing online services for health care providers - WCB-Alberta is committed to providing an online experience designed to meet your business needs More... |
| June 29, 2010 | Enhancing online services for employers - WCB-Alberta is committed to providing an online experience designed to meet your business needs More... |
| June 24, 2010 | WCB-Alberta Charity Golf Tournament raises $55,000 - All proceeds from this event benefit the Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta). More... |
| June 17, 2010 | WCB-Alberta—making good performance matter - Working hard with its partners to maintain stability for both workers and employers in Alberta. More... |
| June 17, 2010 | AGM Webcast TODAY - Join our 2010 Annual General Meeting at 10:30 a.m. Registration is required to participate. (link no longer available) |
| June 2, 2010 | 2009 Annual Report - The WCB annual report is now available. More... |
| June 1, 2010 | AGM Webcast - Join our 2010 Annual General Meeting accessible to all Albertans through our website. Simply register and you can participate in the interactive webcast live on June 17 at 10:30 a.m. (link no longer available) |
| May 17, 2010 | Read our latest issue of WorkSIGHT magazine online. Mailed this week to employers with a WCB-Alberta account employing at least one worker More... |
| May 14, 2010 | Regulation update - The presumptive coverage for firefighters with cancer has been updated. More... |
| April 26, 2010 | National Day of Mourning - On April 28th, people across the country will recognize a Day of Mourning for all workers who have died from workplace injury or disease. More... |
| April 19, 2010 | Board member vacancy representative of the interests of the general public. Deadline for applications is May 1, 2010. (link no longer available) |
| April 8, 2010 | Location is everything - Did you know that telecommuting workers may be covered under workers’ compensation? When coverage is in effect, employers’ responsibilities under workers’ compensation legislation apply even though the work is performed from the worker’s home or another remote location. More... |
| March 25, 2010 | Return to work planning meetings RTWPM - RTWPM are successful way to assist with returning injured workers back to work. Face to face meetings allow employers to reconnect with their employees and develop individualized plans. More... |
| February 18, 2010 | Swing by for a great day! How does spending the day at Nisku's RedTail Landing Golf Club sound? Join us for WCB’s 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on June 23. All proceeds benefit the Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta). Sponsorship opportunities are also available. (link no longer available) |
| January 7, 2010 | File your annual return online. You can file your annual return between January 1 and March 1, 2010. Learn more about annual returns or get started. |
| January 7, 2010 | 2010 pension payment calendar now available for claimants.(link not longer available) |
2009
| December 14, 2009 | Annual return passwords. Online passwords will be mailed to employers soon. |
| November 12, 2009 | Rate Announcement. Premium rate stability supports Alberta employers’ commitment to safe workplaces. WCB-Alberta’s average premium rate remains $1.32 for 2010. |
| October 27, 2009 | Temporary modified work. New fact sheet answers some employer questions. |
| October 26, 2009 | Thank you. At such an emotional time, it is so hard to find the words to convey my overwhelming gratitude to the many stakeholders... |
| October 22, 2009 | Hostage taking at WCB-Alberta ends without incident. A hostage-taking incident at WCB-Alberta’s Central building has ended peacefully with all eight hostages being released without harm. |
| October 21, 2009 | UPDATE - Security breach at WCB-Alberta. As of Wednesday evening the hostage situation has been resolved without incident... |
| October 21, 2009 | Security breach at WCB-Alberta. At approximately 8:30 a.m. this morning WCB-Alberta experienced a serious security breach at our offices at 107 Street and 99 Avenue when a man entered the building armed with a rifle... |
| October 19, 2009 | Is H1N1 covered by WCB? 2 new fact sheets provide guidance. Employer fact sheet (pdf, 244KB) Worker fact sheet (pdf, 212KB) |
| September 18, 2009 | The 8th Annual Alberta Health & Safety Conference and Trade Fair is October 26-28 at the Calgary Stampede Round Up Centre. |
| July 16, 2009 | Read our latest issue of WorkSIGHT magazine online. Mailed this week to employers with a WCB-Alberta account employing at least one worker... |
| July 8, 2009 | Board of Directors vacancy - Representative of the interests of the Public Closing date July 27, 2009. (link no longer available) |
| July 2, 2009 | The 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament took place on June 24. Alberta Employers raised $38,000 for the Alberta Brain Injury Societies. |
| June 18, 2009 | WCB-Alberta navigates a challenging economy. Strong 2008 operational results offset market volatility. |
| June 18, 2009 | View an archive of our Annual General Meeting webcast. The 2009 AGM was held June 18 at 10:30 a.m. in Calgary. (link no longer available) |
| June 17, 2009 | Join our live AGM webcast at 10:30 a.m. June 18. Pre-registration still available. (link no longer available) |
| June 5, 2009 | 2009 Annual General Meeting June 18 in Calgary. Register for our webcast. (link no longer available) |
| June 1, 2009 | 2008 Annual Report. The 2008 WCB Annual Report in now available. |
| May 25, 2009 | Board of Directors vacancy - Representative of the interests of Employers. Closed June 8, 2009. (link no longer available) |
| May 21, 2009 | 2009 Annual General Meeting June 18 in Calgary. Register for our webcast. (link no longer available) |
| April 30, 2009 | Are workers covered during a flu outbreak? Read the article that appeared in WorkSIGHT Magazine, Spring Issue 2008, to help answer some of your questions. Employer responsibilities. |
| April 22, 2009 | Shared commitment to workplace safety earns rewards. Together 7,814 PIR employers earn $70 million in 2008 rebates. |
| April 21, 2009 | WCB-Alberta's Calgary regional office is relocating on May 19. |
| April 9, 2009 | 2009 Day of Mourning posters are available. |
| March 23, 2009 | Attach information electronically. We are now able to accept electronic file attachments through medical software vendors to the Physician’s First Report (C-050) and the Medical Care Invoice (C-568). |
| March 23, 2009 | Know your workers' SIN. Our electronic reporting system no longer accepts all zero numbers in the Social Insurance Number field when reporting injuries. Ensure you know your employee’s number. |
| March 16, 2009 | The Association of Canadian Ergonomists is hosting a “Better Accident Investigation" workshop in Calgary on May 11, 2009. |
| March 9, 2009 | The 2009 WCB charity golf tournament is open for registration (link no longer available) |
| February 9, 2009 | 2009 Alberta Wage & Salary Survey is Underway! |
| January 13, 2009 | 2009 pension payment calendar now available for claimants (link no longer available) |
2008
| December 2, 2008 | We're Changing. Effective January 1, 2009, WCB-Alberta will have a new website to serve your business and information needs better |
| November 13, 2008 | Stability in times of volatility. WCB-Alberta maintains a stable average premium rate for Alberta’s employers |
| June 12, 2008 | People-strength continues to drive results for WCB-Alberta 2007 Corporate results prove partnerships are working |
| May 5, 2008 | Physicians can attach files to the electronic Physician’s First Report of Injury and the Medical Care Invoice through WCB's website |
| April 23, 2008 | Alberta’s economy is on the rise; injury rates are’t |
| February 21, 2008 | Enhanced electronic reporting for emergency medical specialists now available |