The Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (ATIPP) allows the WSCC to collect personal information from businesses and members of the public to successfully run its programs and activities.  For example, if someone files a claim, they provide their name, address, date of birth, and medical information related to the injury or disease. For more information please read our Privacy Statement for Workers.

The Return to Work process starts with the first visit to the health care provider. 

As a health care provider, you are essential in caring for injured workers. Returning to work is an important aspect of a worker’s recovery and rehabilitation, as it assists with healing, social, and psychosocial well-being.

The following steps assist employers with getting an injured worker back to work.

Every worker has the right to a safe workplace, but they also have responsibilities to keep their own workplaces safe.