The top three occupations that are exposed to twisting and lifting hazards in the North are: 1) Janitors, caretakers, and building superintendents, 2) Air transport ramp attendants, 3) Construction trades helpers and labourers. 

Yellowknife, NT / Iqaluit, NU (October 01, 2026) – The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) is introducing a dedicated Employer Support team to improve service delivery for businesses across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

The team will provide employers with a single point of contact and offer immediate assistance with general questions and account management, such as navigating online services on WSCC Connect, business registration, obtaining a clearance and submitting payroll.

Yellowknife, NT/Iqaluit, NU (Wednesday, September 16, 2026) - The Governance Council of the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) has announced the upcoming retirement of President and Chief Executive Officer Rick Hunt and the appointment of Harmeet Jagpal as the WSCC’s next President and CEO.