2023 Goals and Priorities
Priorities of the ITF Association are set annually by the membership in November of each year. In addition to specific actionable items, the list also includes items the ITF Association monitors through regular review of statistical and other information as well as initiatives that support member development.

To promote a FAIR, BALANCED and SUSTAINABLE workers' compensation systems
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Participate in review of WCB legislation, programs, policies and procedures; implementation of Bill 47 changes (i.e. egregious conduct, duty to cooperate)
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Review of the WCB Funding Policy and WCB Pricing Programs
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Identify issues affecting sustainability of the Accident Fund and collaborate on solutions; transfer to AIMCo
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Explore opportunities to raise awareness among Alberta employers regarding WCB account/case management and cost containment strategies
monitoring:
To be a STRATEGIC PARTNER of the Workers’ Compensation Board, Appeals Commission and Government through consultation on matters impacting Alberta employers
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Review quality of service impacts, costs and implications of legislative, policy and operational changes, as well as consistency and appropriateness of claim decisions
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Engagement with government (Jobs, Economy & Northern Development, Treasury Board & Finance, Red Tape Reduction)
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Invitation of guests to ITF Association meetings (Minister responsible for the WCB, Chair of the WCB Board of Directors and WCB Board members, Chief Appeals Commissioner and WCB Medical Director)
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Recruitment of new members
monitoring:
To provide a FORUM for the presentation/discussion of member concerns and views on issues related to the Alberta workers’ compensation system
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Proactively identify issues for review (duration of disability, continuation of TPD payments, physio & rehab services, cost relief, ELP costs, review of Apps)
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Psychological Injuries – collaborate with WCB to identify issues and revise policy, procedures, processes and practices where warranted