A medium-size general contractor called recently seeking ways to lower his WCB premiums. This fellow found himself in a surcharge position with the WCB along
Complex work injuries are causing WCB’s costs to rise by $90M/yr. At this rate, expect an unfunded liability charge, or drastically increased premiums, to be
WCB claims for psych injuries are up 2700%—even before COVID-19. And notice how the 2019 figures merely represent the mid-year count (July YTD). Furthermore, these
The owner of a heavy-equipment service company reached out last week. In his quest for ways to cut costs instead of headcount, a Blue Collar
After many a late night and strong coffee, we’re pleased to unveil Blue Collar’s all-new website. Improvements include a mobile-friendly experience and loads of free
Strategic disability management is a prerequisite for business survival in the post-COVID era. If you intend to forge ahead, managing disability is a top priority
COVID has profoundly impacted the WCB. Learn what can be done to protect your business. 1) COVID has delayed surgeries & rehab for injured workers,
Chess is about thinking and winning, a game that intrigues the mind by mimicking the dichotomies of life. As in all things, chess demands fluency
Blue Collar is proud to do its small part in helping Fort Mac cope with devastating floods. You’re in our thoughts Fort McMurray.
Reprieve for Employers The Government of Alberta has recently announced premium relief measures for private sector employers. WCB has since stopped issuing invoices for 2020
Sprinting to Zero As margins continue their downward march, construction companies across Alberta find themselves trapped in a bumper-to-bumper race to zero. Desperate for an
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