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How Caseload Management Impacts Workers’ Compensation Claim Outcomes
Rising caseloads, staffing shortages, and generalist assignments are driving the outcomes HR leaders and risk managers are actually judged on: delayed case manager response times, missed follow-ups, and delayed medical reviews. What's often overlooked is the cause: how many files a case manager is carrying, and whether they're a generalist or a specialist in the claim type at hand. Leaders [...]
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Workers’ Compensation Overfunding & Rebates in Canada
Across Canada, several Workers’ Compensation Boards (WCBs) continue to maintain funding levels well above their targets. When a board is overfunded, it means they hold more assets than are required to cover the...
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Workers’ Compensation Maximum Insurable Earnings by Province for 2026
Workers’ compensation maximum insurable earnings for 2026 have been posted for all provinces. Maximum Insurable Earnings for 2026 Province20262025Alberta – WCB Alberta$110,900$106,400British Columbia – WorkSafeBC$127,500$121,500Manitoba – WCB Manitoba$171,500$167,050New Brunswick – WorkSafeNB$85,800$84,200Newfoundland & Labrador...
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5 WCB Audit Mistakes Employers Should Avoid
A WCB audit can feel like a daunting hurdle for any business owner, but it is a standard part of maintaining a fair and sustainable workers’ compensation system. These audits ensure your business...
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Workers’ Compensation Fines and Penalties in Canada: How Large Employers Can Avoid Them
In large-scale operations, managing hundreds or thousands of employees across multiple provinces naturally increases the risk of administrative oversight. However, for a Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB), a simple administrative error is often viewed...
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How to Maximize Cost Relief and Secure Employer Rebates in Canada
Navigating the financial side of workers’ compensation can be as complex as managing the claims themselves, but understanding cost relief that may be available can go a long way when it comes to...
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WCB Claims Outsourced vs In-House: What’s Best for Canadian Employers?
Choosing the right model for managing workers’ compensation claims is a critical decision that impacts your operational efficiency and financial health. As organizations grow, many HR and safety leaders find themselves at a...
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Why Your Business Should Hire Windley Ely for Short-Term Disability Claims Management
Managing employee absences effectively is critical for maintaining productivity and morale, yet many organizations struggle with the administrative burden and financial strain of short-term disability claims. Partnering with Windley Ely transforms this challenge...
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Halpenny Acquires Windley Ely, Creating a New Canadian Leader in Corporate Insurance, Risk Management & Claims Advisory Services
Halpenny Insurance Brokers is pleased to announce the acquisition of Windley Ely, a nationally respected leader in workers’ compensation claims management, disability programs & workplace safety solutions. This strategic partnership brings together two...
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The Biggest Workers’ Compensation Mistakes Companies Make
Workers’ compensation is an essential part of protecting your employees AND your business. However, understanding how Workers' Compensation actually works and navigating this complex area can be challenging, and mistakes, though potentially an...
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