How do I find my WSIB number?

You can call 1-800-387-0750 Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get your claim number.

What is a WSIB number?

A clearance is a unique number issued by the WSIB that shows that a business, contractor or subcontractor is registered and up to date with us, including keeping current with premium payment and reporting.

How do I know if a company has WSIB?

1. Find out if your employer is part of the WSIB

1. ask your union representative, if you’re in a union.
2. call the WSIB at 1-800-387-0750, 416-344-1000, or 1-800-387-0050 (TTY)

Who needs a WSIB number?

WSIB coverage is mandatory for independent operators, sole proprietors, partners in a partnership and executive officers in a corporation who work in construction. Most will have to register with us (some exemptions apply).

Is WSIB only in Ontario?

Employers who operate in Ontario generally require WSIB coverage for their workers. WSIB coverage provides employers with legal protection if a workplace injury occurs, and provides injured workers a variety of benefits and services.

Is WSIB and WCB the same thing?

Workers’ Compensation Boards / Workplace Safety and Insurance Board. The provincial Worker’s Compensation Boards (WCB) and The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB, in Ontario) provide disability benefits to injured workers, which can include prescription drugs.

Can I register WSIB online?

How do I register a new account, if I already have an account with the WSIB? Use our online registration service to register. You’ll be able to include any prior and/or existing account(s) you’ve had with us.

What is a WSIB purchase certificate?

Purchase certificate – A purchase certificate is a document issued by the WSIB, which relieves the purchaser of any obligation for the original employer’s financial liability to the WSIB up to the date of disposal of the business.

Does my employer have to have WSIB?

Policy. Employers who operate in Ontario generally require WSIB coverage for their workers. Employers who have business activities covered under Schedule 1, Part I and Schedule 2 of Ontario Regulation 175/98 (the regulation) require coverage.

Is WSIB required in Ontario?

WSIB coverage isn’t mandatory for everyone in Ontario. The Provincial Government decides which industries and which types of employees have to have WSIB coverage, and lists them in the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA).

Does an independent contractor need WSIB?

The short answer is “yes” unless the contractor is performing “exempt home renovation work.” Section 141.1 of the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997 requires anyone who hires a contractor to perform construction work to ensure that the contactor has registered with the WSIB and paid its premiums.

What is the difference between WSIB Schedule 1 and Schedule 2?

What is the difference between Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 businesses? While Schedule 1 employers operate under the collective liability insurance principle, Schedule 2 employers do not. They are individually responsible for the full cost of the accident claims filed by their workers.

How do I register for WSIB insurance?

We make it easy to register for WSIB. For a fee of only $50 plus tax, we will prepare and submit all required documents to the WSIB office for registration. The process usually takes between 10 and 15 business days. Once you receive your WSIB number, you are covered by the WSIB insurance.

Can a non-compliant employer voluntarily register with WSIB?

See 14-02-15, Voluntary Registration, for the circumstances under which a non-compliant employer may voluntarily register with the WSIB, and the associated premiums payable at the time of registration. The purpose of this policy is to outline WSIB registration requirements for mandatorily covered employers.

Who is responsible for the WSIB?

The employer is the person in law who is responsible for the business obligations and liabilities to the WSIB. The employer is responsible to pay the worker and is liable to pay WSIB premiums, non-compliance interest and charges etc.

Did you know WSIB coverage isn’t mandatory in Ontario?

Did you know that WSIB coverage isn’t mandatory for every business in Ontario? The Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA) outlines which industries need to have coverage and which industries don’t. Businesses that do need to have WSIB coverage pay premiums in exchange for workplace insurance. This is how a business’ premiums are calculated: