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Going across the border to Canada? Workers' Comp issues to understand

Companies are expanding across the border, but that is creating some complex Workers' Comp issues.

By Liz R. Scott, Ph.D. | Updated on August 19, 2015

For many employers in the U.S., Canada offers an attractive market for business expansion. Culturally and economically close, Canada shares a strong western economy, one of the world’s largest disposable incomes, a higher paid price for goods, and on occasion, less competition for market share.

Even with all the advantages, businesses should also be aware of the risks when considering expansion across the border. Workplace legislation and the legal policies companies must follow are significantly different from those in the United States. Notably, the Workers’ Compensation system has some unique and costly elements.

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