CONCLUSION

To reiterate our position regarding coverage, all workers, regardless of where they work or how they earn a living, should be covered by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act.

It is labour’s preference to address the issues raised in the consultation paper by way of legislative amendments.  However, we are also aware that some or all of the issues could be implemented through regulatory amendments or policies.

We wish to thank the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board for this opportunity to present our views on the issue of coverage by way of this submission and would encourage the Board to continue this positive practice of consultation with the stakeholders.

Respectfully submitted by,

THE ONTARIO FEDERATION OF LABOUR