Older Injured Workers Demand Justice
Over the past three decades, older injured workers’ rights have continued to erode as their compensation is cut off when they turn 65. This is a direct consequence of discriminatory laws in the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA).
According to the law,
“Section 43(1)(c) of the WSIA allows the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) to end LOE benefits when an injured worker reaches 65 years of age, or two years after the injury if the injury occurs after age 63.”
Living costs have continued to rise while wages have been stagnant. Injured workers are often forced deeper into poverty after the age of 65 and while wealthy corporations receive billions of dollars in rebates from the WSIB.
Take Action – Rights Don’t Retire!
Sign the two petitions asking the Ontario government to change the law and 1) end ageism in workers compensation, and 2) restore the benefit levels.
Click on the petitions below to download and print (or call IWC (416) 461-2411 and they will mail copies to you). Get as many signatures as possible and return the paper copies to IWC, 815 Danforth Ave. Suite 411, Toronto, Ontario, M4J 1L2 by November 1, 2025. We can only submit paper copies with original signatures.
Making Our Demands Heard!
Injured workers across Ontario can also speak to their MPPs about how the law is forcing our families deeper into poverty. If you would be interested in getting involved we can help support your MPP visit! We will provide resources, connections, and help you best prepare. You can take the first step by making the call with the tool below.
For more support and resources, please email workerscompisaright@gmail.com if you wish to arrange a visit with your MPP!
Arrange a meeting and speak to your MPP by filling the form below. When you click the MAKE THE CALL button, the system will call your phone and then automatically call your MPPs office. Talking points you can use will be provided after you fill out the form.
Make sure you have your phone ready!
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