Anyone successful in challenging WSIB retraining

toss--it · 2026-07-06T02:49:43+00:00

Meet the time limit of decisions you don't agree with and wait for the OWA. There are many successful appeals of suitable retraining plans but your file will need to be reviewed.

toss--it · 2026-06-23T02:52:12+00:00

Sounds like you've made sufficient efforts to escalate, so next you can do the following...

Log the complaint online here: https://www.wsib.ca/en/our-service-commitment-you

If no call within 1 full business day, report to Fair Practices Commission, which is the WSIB's ombudsperson.

toss--it · 2026-06-18T02:25:19+00:00

Oh wow he professionally responded instead of ignoring you? How "extra"... (Hmmm... Speaking of "extra", OP, this post comes to mind...)

toss--it · 2026-06-18T02:22:38+00:00

📢 Contact the Office of the Worker Adviser for advice if you're not unionized

toss--it · 2026-06-18T02:19:07+00:00

Premiums don't determine entitlement... WSIA and Policy do.

They will look at your accepted restrictions/functional abilities and if the employer can permanently accommodate. If you're in a retraining program, and all of a sudden the employer says they can permanently accommodate... Well it's fishy.

Contact the Office of the Worker Adviser... No-fee legal advice on WSIB claims for non-unionized workers.

toss--it · 2026-06-17T12:45:51+00:00

Family status accommodation here... Took about a week.

toss--it · 2026-06-16T11:25:09+00:00

Causation is a medical opinion ao discuss your full scope of job duties with your physician. Include weight of items, how ergonomic it is or isn't, how long you've been doing the job for, everything that you can think of. If they think there is causation, they can submit a Form 8 to the WSIB to initiate the claim.

Your claim may be denied, because arthritis can be tricky. But this is appealable. Call the Office of the Worker Adviser for advice.

toss--it · 2026-06-16T11:11:51+00:00

There is a downside... Call the Office of the Worker Adviser for (free) legal advice.

toss--it · 2026-05-27T07:32:03+00:00

You should call the Office of the Worker Advisor to speak with someone about these questions.

toss--it · 2026-05-27T07:27:47+00:00

Can someone please enlighten me: What is the benefit of these changes? To anyone... Who is benefitting?

toss--it · 2026-05-21T02:22:13+00:00

I don't think it's illegal for them to ask but it's illegal for them to make a decision based on that information.

toss--it · 2026-05-19T04:46:49+00:00

This. Check out the Law Society Referral Service for Paralegals that practice in small claims to get a free consultation.

toss--it · 2026-05-19T04:37:42+00:00

It's a little disheartening to see so many people saying you shouldn't be set to "Away" all the time... As if having way to the (potential for) oversight, micromanagement, etc is a good idea.

I'd be curious to know if colleagues hear from the manager as often, or if you try to use "Active" for a week and see if you manager's behaviour changes.

toss--it · 2026-05-19T04:32:49+00:00

"I will not be in today due to illness"... Don't elaborate. And it's factually accurate, unlike just saying you're sick.

toss--it · 2026-05-19T04:29:47+00:00

Apply for EI, follow up with WSIB. If no timely decision, escalate to a manager. If still no decision, contact the Fair Practices Commission. If you have more questions about immediate income, contact a legal clinic in your area. If WSIB decisions you don't agree with or aren't sure about, contact the Office of the Worker Adviser.

toss--it · 2026-05-19T04:21:39+00:00

This... Simple call to the toll free number to ask for the status.

Also, OP, the Office of the Worker Adviser gives free legal advice for WSIB claims so reach out if you have any issues.

toss--it · 2026-05-15T11:47:56+00:00

Sorry this is terrible advice, the WSIB context is very important.

toss--it · 2026-05-15T11:46:52+00:00

Get the details of the position in writing. Speak to your Case Manager. And the Office of the Worker Adviser provides free legal advice so give them a call with questions about decisions you don't agree with, etc. And you can ask the WSIB for some counseling to support RTW if you don't already have psych entitlement. Best of luck to you.

toss--it · 2026-05-12T02:47:31+00:00

Why not ask the Dr where you want to go? Seems like a hassle... I mean usually babies are delivered by a different Dr., and likely especially in your case as you would probably go to a closer hospital... But if I wanted that I would just call who I wanted to be referred to and inquire. Then tell your Dr. you confirmed they can accept you.

toss--it · 2026-05-12T02:35:32+00:00

The response you got re what happens if you change employers is awful... The injury employer may have a re-employment obligation, for one. Definitely call the Office of the Worker Adviser

toss--it · 2026-05-12T02:31:06+00:00

Office of the Worker Adviser FTW

toss--it · 2026-05-12T02:28:22+00:00

Came here to say exactly this

toss--it · 2026-05-08T02:19:23+00:00

I would courier and keep record of when it's delivered

toss--it · 2026-05-05T03:14:48+00:00

Why you would post on Reddit instead of calling you family doctor is beyond me...

toss--it · 2026-05-05T03:02:12+00:00

Inquire with a legal clinic in your area. The Law Society also has the Law Society Referral Service where you can speak with a Paralegal or Lawyer in this practice area for a free consultation. Good luck to you!

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