As an employer, the GNWT recognizes the importance of healthy and safe workplaces and employees. Employee wellness is an important part of a successful workplace. To learn more, please visit the Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission's website below:
GNWT Health, Safety and Wellness
Health, Safety and Wellness Policy
NWT Safety Legislation
Safety Act – English / French (NT-PDF)
A complete listing of legislation can be found by visiting the GNWT’s Department of Justice website. Safety legislation is located on the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s website.
Canada Labour Code (R.S.C., 1985, c.L-2)
The Canada Labour Code ("the Code") governs the health and safety intended for employers and employees working under federal jurisdiction.
For an overview of the Canada Labour Code, Part II click here.
Worker’s Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) links
The WSCC publishes codes of practice that provide practical guidance to help stakeholders achieve safety standards required by the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Safety Acts and Regulations. To view the codes of practice, please visit the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commissions website.
- Worker Rights and Responsibilities
To learn more about workers’ rights and responsibilities, click here.
WSCC Poster: Worker Rights
Right to Refuse (English | French)
Right to Know (English | French)
Right to Participate (English | French)
- Incident Reporting Procedures
WORKER RESPONSIBILITIES:
The injury reporting process for workers can be found on WSCC’s website.
EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES:
The injury reporting process for employers can be found on WSCC’s website.
GNWT Occupational Health and Safety Forms and Resources
Incident Report and Investigation Form
OHS Orientation: New Employee Checklist
Recommendations for PPE in an office environment
Workplace Inspection Checklist Template
OHS Orientation: Contractor Checklist
Health and Safety Education and Training Program
Employees and Managers can access training opportunities by logging into SAM/HRIS and clicking the new Learning tile.
Personal Protective Equipment
UNW Collective Agreement – Article 46- Uniforms and Protective Clothing
