AnnouncementsThe Day of Mourning was established by the Canadian Labour Congress in 1984 to coincide with the passing of the Workers Compensation Act of Ontario on April 28, 1914. It was rapidly taken up around the world and is now an internationally recognized event to remember workers who have become ill, been... |
Research NewsOntario Cancer Fact: Occupational cancer is the leading case of work-related fatalities in Ontario The OCRC has prepared an Ontario Cancer Fact comparing the number of work-related fatalities due to occupational cancer versus traumatic injuries and disorders, based on the number of accepted compensation claims. The number of accepted occupational cancer fatality claims has increased over the years... |
Funding OpportunitiesWSIB Research Advisory Council 'Bridging the Gap' grants for 2011 The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) Research Advisory Council has issued a request for research proposals that focus on specific workplace needs and build partnerships between workplaces, partner organizations, and researchers. The deadline for applications is Monday August 29, 2011. Click... |
MediaSarnia could be a strong voice to prevent occupational cancers Dr. Paul Demers recently spoke at the Canadian Cancer Society's Daffodil Breakfast in Sarnia, Ontario, to raise awareness of occupational cancer. As part of the trip, he also visited the Occupational Health Clinic for Ontario Workers in Sarnia. His visit and the risks of occupational cancer, especially... |
