Workplace injury claim denied or benefits cut? Every province has its own appeal process. Covers WSIB (Ontario), WorkSafeBC, and the general pattern.
Ontario — WSIB
1File an Intent to Object
If you disagree with a WSIB decision, file an Intent to Object. WSIB will review and may confirm, amend, or revoke it — this results in a final decision from an Appeals Resolution Officer (ARO).
2Appeal to WSIAT (independent, final)
If the ARO decision is still unfavourable, appeal to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal — separate from and independent of WSIB. You generally have 6 months from the final WSIB decision to file the Notice of Appeal.
WSIAT — Starting an Appeal →British Columbia — WorkSafeBC
1Review Division
The first level of review for most WorkSafeBC decisions.
2WCAT (final)
The Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal is the second and final level. File the Notice of Appeal before the deadline.
Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) →Other Provinces
The general pattern holds everywhere
Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Quebec (CNESST), and the Atlantic provinces each run their own board with an internal review followed by an independent external appeal tribunal. Deadlines are typically 6-12 months but vary — confirm yours directly with your board.
Where ComplaintCA Fits
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My WSIB claim was denied — what do I do?
File an Intent to Object with WSIB, then appeal to WSIAT within 6 months of the final decision if still denied.
How does the process work in BC?
WorkSafeBC's Review Division first, then WCAT as the final level.
Is it the same everywhere?
The general pattern is similar, but names, forms, and deadlines differ by province — always confirm yours directly.
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