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Who We Are

The Workers´ Compensation Board (WCB) - Alberta is a not-for-profit organization legislated to administer the workers’ compensation system for the province. Through the payment of premiums, 117,000 employers fund this no-fault system to provide compensation for workplace injuries and occupational diseases to over 1.5 million workers.

Vision and Mission
Our vision, focus and direction are a new way of thinking about how we conduct business. With a strong 88-year heritage as our foundation, we've made significant strides that position us for growth and change in the future.

  • Strong financial management ensures benefit security for workers and low premiums for employers.
  • We've improved customer satisfaction to the highest levels ever measured.
  • Stakeholders are responding to our increased communications and efforts to align ourselves with their needs.

Vision
Albertans working - a safe, healthy and strong Alberta.
Our vision, focus and direction will make a positive and lasting impact on Alberta's people, society and economy.

Mission
The WCB-Alberta, working together with our partners, will significantly and measurably reduce the impact of workplace illness and injury on Albertans.