Workplace Safety Insurance

Definition


Workplace Safety Insurance (WSI) A compulsory, no-fault insurance program in Ontario, Canada, administered by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997. It protects workers who are injured, become ill, or die due to workplace hazards by providing benefits such as wage replacement (typically 85% of net earnings), medical treatment, rehabilitation services, and survivor benefits for dependents. Employers fund the system through premiums calculated based on their industry risk, payroll, and claims history, gaining immunity from most employee lawsuits related to work injuries in exchange. Unlike private insurance, it prioritizes quick support without requiring proof of fault, promoting workplace safety and return-to-work programs to minimize long-term disability. Similar workers’ compensation systems exist in other provinces but under different names (e.g., WorkSafeBC in British Columbia).

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