If you got COVID-19 at work you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits (WSIB). You can file a claim or report an exposure incident online on the WSIB website or by calling 1-800-387-0750, Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. You should file a claim if you got COVID-19 while at work… contine reading
Updates
Two major issues for workers: Paid sick days & Recovery benefits
We have managed to gain ground on two critical issues facing workers right now: paid sick days and income recovery benefits. The federal government has just extended the Canada Recovery Benefits and Employment Insurance for workers. In Ontario, Bill 239 is up for a vote on March 1, putting paid sick days within reach for… contine reading
Help pass Bill 239 to let workers stay home when sick!
Right now, there is overwhelming support for paid sick days because you raised your voice! Workers, healthcare providers, medical officers and over 25 mayors in Ontario know that permanent, fully paid sick days can slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our communities far into the future. In December, the Ontario NDP introduced Bill 239,… contine reading
Uncertain Times
For the past 10 months, workers in low-income jobs have faced uncertain times. Even before the pandemic, many workers were struggling with wage theft, unfair working conditions and struggling with unsafe working conditions. With the added health concerns of COVID-19 and mass unemployment, it’s become even harder. That’s why we want to thank you for… contine reading
Two major issues for workers: Paid sick days & Recovery benefits
We have managed to gain ground on two critical issues facing workers right now: paid sick days and income recovery benefits. The federal government has just extended the Canada Recovery Benefits and Employment Insurance for workers. In Ontario, Bill 239 is up for a vote on March 1, putting paid sick days within reach for… contine reading
Help pass Bill 239 to let workers stay home when sick!
Right now, there is overwhelming support for paid sick days because you raised your voice! Workers, healthcare providers, medical officers and over 25 mayors in Ontario know that permanent, fully paid sick days can slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our communities far into the future. In December, the Ontario NDP introduced Bill 239,… contine reading
Uncertain Times
For the past 10 months, workers in low-income jobs have faced uncertain times. Even before the pandemic, many workers were struggling with wage theft, unfair working conditions and struggling with unsafe working conditions. With the added health concerns of COVID-19 and mass unemployment, it’s become even harder. That’s why we want to thank you for… contine reading