Committee of employers and employees to ensure act is current, fair and responsive
A committee of review has been appointed to consult with workers and employers and make suggestions for improving the workers' compensation program in Saskatchewan.
"At this time of unprecedented growth, we need to ensure that Saskatchewan's workers' compensation system reflects the changing needs of workers, employers and communities," said Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Don Morgan. "This review process provides an opportunity for people to share their experiences and make recommendations to keep the Workers' Compensation Act current, fair, responsive and aligned with the overall goal of ensuring workplace safety for Saskatchewan workers."
The last review was initiated in 2006 with the final report presented in July 2007.
Roslyn Kunin, a former chair and long serving board member of WorkSafe BC, will chair the committee. The committee is made up of equal representation from employers and organized employees. This year's members, who come from the mining, manufacturing, construction and health care sectors, are: Kaylynn Schroeder, Dale Lindemann, Craig McAuley, Shelly McFadden, Marg Romanow and Lori Sali.
Public hearings will begin in early 2011. A final report is expected within the year. For information on how to make a submission, go to www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/workers-compensation-act-review.
