June 18, 2026
The WCB shares 2025 highlights at its annual general meeting
Expanded presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters Expanded psychological injury coverage Business Transformation Initiative (BTI) Employer Survey results Record number of engaged youths Awareness campaign on noise-induced hearing loss Charlottetown, June 18, 2026– In 2025, the Workers Compensation Board of PEI (WCB) continued to advance the priorities of its three-year, strategic plan. First implemented in 2024, the plan focuses on three specific areas: the WCB team, the complex and evolving needs of clients and business transformation. “We remain centered on a sustainable, responsive and trusted workers compensation system that balances the needs of workers and employers with fair, consistent coverage,” said Jim MacPhee, Chair of the WCB Board of Directors. “In 2025, this was reflected through the expansion of psychological injury coverage to include injury resulting from workplace harassment and along with government, expanding presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters to include five more types of cancer,” said MacPhee. “We also moved into implementing our Business Transformation Initiative to improve how the organization serves Islanders now and into the future.” At the annual general meeting, CEO of the WCB, Dan Campbell, shared financial, strategic and operational highlights as well as details on work-related safety and injuries. “We continue to provide leadership in building safe and healthy workplaces,” said Campbell. “And the Island’s safety culture continues to be strengthened. This year, 3,488 Island workers and employers took part in one of our many workshops and learning activities, while 3,186 workplace safety inspections were conducted by our OHS Officers. The WCB will continue working with employers and workers to make sure Island workplaces keep health and safety as a top priority. Even one workplace injury or illness is too many.” Here are some key highlights and new initiatives for 2025. Claim Statistics In 2025, our team adjudicated 1,962 claims for work-related injuries and illnesses with an acceptance rate of 91%. 54.9% of these injuries were sprains, strains, and tears. PEI’s injury frequency, which is the number of time loss claims per 100 workers, is 1.28. Expanded presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters In June, the provincial government and the WCB expanded presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters to include five more types of cancer. With these additions, the WCB’s presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters now includes 19 cancer types. Eligible firefighters include fire inspectors, paid firefighters and volunteer firefighters who are members of a fire department or fire brigade. Expanded psychological injury coverage In January, the WCB expanded its coverage to include coverage for psychological injuries resulting from work-related harassment. As part of the coverage expansion, the WCB created a dedicated Psychological Injuries Team and new resources to help workers, employers and health care providers navigate these injuries and claims. New resources include user-friendly Frequently Asked Questions publications and the Return-to-Work Toolkit for a healthy recovery from psychological work-related injury. Business Transformation Initiative (BTI) 2025 marked a turning point in the WCB’s Business Transformation Initiative (BTI) as it began building the team that will lead it through the BTI journey. Additionally, the Claims and Compensation division began an extensive business process review aimed at process improvements that will enhance return to work and recovery outcomes. Employer Survey results The WCB surveys its two major client groups - injured workers and employers - on a biennial basis. In 2025, Narrative Research was commissioned to survey employers. The survey found that the Employer Service Satisfaction Index, which combines the key metrics of the WCB’s service, now stands at 84.9 out of 100, an increase of 0.7 since the previous survey and on par with the highest level recorded (85 in 2019). In addition, 85% of employers surveyed say they believe that the WCB is effective at delivering services which is a 3% increase since 2023. Record number of engaged youths Between January and May, 25 high school students took part in the OHS Leadership Program. The goal of the program is to introduce Grades 11 and 12 students from across the Island to workplace health and safety principles. Students learn about how to contribute to their own safety at work, as well as the safety of their peers and coworkers. Students also take part in the WCB’s annual Workplace Health and Safety Conference. Awareness campaign on noise-induced hearing loss In March, the WCB launched a six-week awareness campaign to highlight the importance of hearing protection in the workplace. The campaign used digital, social and radio advertising to educate Island employers, workers and the public about preventing noise-induced hearing loss. The campaign was also supported with education outreach from the WCB’s OHS Officers who visited workplaces to share resources and promote the WCB’s hearing protection workshops. To view the WCB’s 2025 Annual Report and other reference materials, please visit: https://www.wcb.pe.ca/Information/AnnualReports Aussi disponible en français -30-
June 17, 2026
Vocational Rehabilitation
The WCB’s main goal is to help you return to your pre-injury work. However, sometimes that isn’t possible. If your injury prevents you from returning to your job, our vocational rehabilitation programs can help you re-enter the workforce. We’re here to help you get back to work because getting back is part of getting better. Learn more about vocational rehabilitation.
