PURPOSE:  A co-operative and consistent program that uses modified work, rehabilitation, job placement, and follow-up to ensure that ill, injured and disabled workers can remain at work or quickly return to productive and meaningful work.

 

The Union acting as the bargaining agent for all workers covered under the Collective Agreement is recognized as an equal participant in the Return to Work Program and therefore the Union and its representatives on the Return to Work Program Committee will be fully involved in all proceedings.

 

This Program is jointly developed between the Company and Union to ensure a minimum adherence to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the respective Collective Agreement.

 

The parties recognize this document is a living document, with agreement between parties, is subject to change.

 

The Company and the Union both recognize the benefits and legal obligation of a formal rehabilitation program.

 

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