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Groups Say Stay away from New West Partnership
The Manitoba government should stay as far away as possible from the New West Partnership, says the Council of Canadians and Manitoba Federation of Labour. Both groups are concerned by information released on December 9 stating that Manitoba has held “exploratory discussions” with Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia about joining the unnecessary trade and investment…
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WCB Office to Open in Brandon
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) has announced that it plans to open a new location in Brandon in early 2012. The office will service workers and employers located in Brandon and surrounding areas. The Brandon office will provide provide initial adjudication of claims and case management functions. It will also offer a range…
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Your Views Wanted on Opioid Medications
The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of Manitoba is committed to supporting injured workers during their return to health and work. The use of opioid medications can be an effective treatment for pain. However, opioid use presents risks and potential harms that must be assessed and minimized by prescribers, dispensers and the WCB. The benefit of…
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EI Benefits Won for Former Tembec Workers
When Tembec workers were locked out by their employer in September 2009, they applied for Employment Insurance and were advised they would not be eligible for benefits during a labour dispute. The two unions representing the workers, USWA and COPE contacted the Community Unemployed Help Centre (CUHC) for assistance. CUHC agreed to represent the workers…
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New Manitoba Study on Welders’ Exposure
The MFL Health and Safety Committee has received the findings of a new Manitoba study on welders’ exposure. The two year study, commissioned by the Workers Compensation Board, was conducted by OHG Consulting in 40 workplaces across Manitoba. Doug Wylie of OHG Consulting told the MFL Health and Safety Committee that the study showed a…