Starting June 1, 2025, the minimum wage in BC will increase to $17.85 per hour.
Time Off Work for Voting in a Federal Election
With the Federal Election happening on April 28th, there are some important regulations that employers should be aware of.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association Celebrates Annual Agricultural Safety Week
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place March 16-22 and this year farmers, farm families, farm workers, and farming communities are encouraged to prioritize #FarmSafetyEveryday.
WSBC: 2025 Preliminary Rates
The above table is based on the preliminary rates specified by WorkSafeBC for the Agriculture sector in British Columbia. Learn more or register for WorkSafeBC’s … Read More
WorkSafeBC urges employers in Southern Interior to protect workers from smoke exposure
As wildfires continue to affect B.C.’s Southern Interior, employers and workers must remain vigilant about the potential health risks posed by smoke exposure.
WSBC Bulletin: Plan for and prevent encounters with bears and other hazardous wildlife
Encounters with bears and other animals in wilderness settings have led to serious worker injuries and deaths in British Columbia.
Country Guide: Making The Farm Less Dangerous
AgSafe BOD Krista Harris talks making the farm less dangerous, step by step.
Prepare Agricultural Workers, Vehicles for Hazardous Winter Driving
Winter can be hazardous for agriculture workers who drive as part of their job. Whether it’s heading into town, hauling livestock, or checking on other parts of the property, they face an increased risk of being injured or killed while behind the wheel.
Submitted by Road Safety at Work and the Winter Driving Safety Alliance.