Who Pays Wsib Premiums?

The employer is, therefore, responsible to pay premiums on the worker's insurable earnings until the annual maximum of $65,600 has been reached. The difference of $2,400 is considered excess earnings and is not subject to premiums.

Do owners have to pay WSIB?

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). Learn about mandatory coverage in construction.

Who pays WSIB employer or worker?

When an injured worker meets all the requirements laid out by the Workers' Compensation Act, the person responsible for paying WSIB is their employer. The employer legally has to continue paying for the employee's benefits for one year after the date of the initial injury.

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