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Are workers employed past the age of 65 covered by workers compensation?

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Are workers employed past the age of 65 covered by workers compensation?

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Workers’ compensation coverage extends to those employed past age 65. Universal coverage is a basic principle of workers’ compensation law in B.C., and includes those who work past the standard retirement age of 65.

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