Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
Record #: MET1256 | Last Modified: 20 Aug 2020 | Last Full Update: 20 Aug 2020 |
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Description (Service) | COVID-19 -- offices closed to the public * not accepting any mail or deliveries * call 1-800-387-0750 Mon-Fri 7:30 am-5 pm or use online services at wsib.ca/en/onlineservices For Frequently Asked Questions about WSIB claims during COVID-19 CLICK HERE For more information on WSIB's response to COVID-19 CLICK HERE COVID-19 -- For information on the staged reopening of Ontario workplaces, essential businesses and restrictions, and resources and supports for workers and employers CLICK HERE ---------------------------------------- Promotes workplace health and safety * administers no-fault workplace insurance for employers and their workers * disability benefits for workers who are injured on the job or contract an occupational disease, or who have sustained sudden, traumatic mental stress or chronic stress injury that is the result of a work-related stressor (conditions apply, call for details) * facilitates return to work * administers survivor benefits for spouse, child or other dependant of a worker who died as the result of workplace injury or disease * financial incentives for safe employers Investigations -- call 1-888-745-3237 or email sileads@wsib.on.ca to report suspected cases of fraud or non-compliance |
Service Details | |
Public Comments | COVID-19 -- WSIB offices are currently closed to the public -- contact us by phone or check website for claim related information or to access forms For information on WSIB's response to COVID-19 CLICK HERE COVID-19 -- For information on the staged reopening of Ontario workplaces, essential businesses and restrictions, and resources and supports for workers and employers CLICK HERE |
Hours | COVID-19 -- office currently closed -- call toll free Mon-Fri 7:30 am-5 pm |
Areas Served | Ontario |
Eligibility | Employers and workers in Ontario, including those in federally regulated industries |
Application | Call for information * time limit for filing claims for workplace injury or illness applies -- see website for details * forms for reporting injury/illness, claims, employee coverage and return to work status available online |
Languages | English ; French ; Interpretive Services |
Fees | Funded by employers |
Address and Location | |
Located In Community | Toronto Downtown Central |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | University Ave and Front St W |
Physical Access | Designated parking at entrance * wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance * elevator with braille and voice/tone features * barrier-free washroom including door and stall |
Contact Information | |
Office Phone | 416-344-1000 |
Toll Free Phone | General inquiries or to report fatal or catastrophic workplace accidents (Mon-Fri 7:30 am-5 pm) 1-800-387-0750 ; Information on appeals 1-800-387-0773 |
TTY Phone | 1-800-387-0050 |
Fax | 416-344-4684 ; Toll free fax 1-888-313-7373 |
wsibcomm@wsib.on.ca | |
Website | www.wsib.on.ca |
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Primary Executive | Thomas Teahen, President and Chief Executive Officer |
Alternate Executive | Jennifer Anderson, Chief Operations and Service Excellence Officer |