Construction Safety Nova Scotia Partners with Eastern Return to Work Solutions

With Nova Scotia’s new Duty to Cooperate legislation coming into effect in July 2025, construction employers will soon be legally required to participate in the return-to-work (RTW) process for injured workers. 

To support our members as they navigate this change, Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) is pleased to partner with Eastern Return to Work Solutions (ERTW Solutions), a trusted resource with deep experience in return-to-work planning and absence management. 

“The Duty to Cooperate legislation marks a significant shift for our industry,” says MJ MacDonald, CEO of Construction Safety Nova Scotia. “Employers must act now and prepare to meet these new responsibilities. ERTW Solutions can help our members prepare for this change and ultimately help the more injured workers return to work safely and efficiently.” 

This strategic partnership will focus on providing comprehensive RTW planning and absence management solutions to help employers effectively manage workplace injuries and reduce the costs associated with employee absenteeism. By augmenting CSNS’s expertise in safety initiatives with ERTW Solutions’ proven success in disability management, this collaboration aims to deliver tailored support that ensures injured workers return to work safely and efficiently. 

About ERTW Solutions
ERTW Solutions helps employers reduce the costs and complexities of disability claims by streamlining return-to-work programs and ensuring seamless communication with WCB. 

Key Benefits for Construction Industry Employers: 

• Improved Productivity: Minimize downtime through proactive RTW planning and effective case management. 

• Reduced Claim Costs: Support strategies designed to shorten claim durations and lower WCB premiums. 

• Enhanced Workplace Support: Guidance for employers to meet legislative requirements under the Stronger Workplace for Nova Scotia Act. 

Through this partnership, CSNS and ERTW Solutions are committed to helping construction industry employers navigate the complexities of workplace injuries while improving employee outcomes and business performance. For more information on how Eastern Return to Work Solutions can benefit your business, please contact Joy Moore at 902-497-9230 or jmoore@ertwsolutuions.ca.