When are trade union executives considered workers?
Trade union executives are considered workers only if their Union has voluntary coverage, and the executives are paid for their services (see Policy 06-02, Optional Coverage). 13. Are elected officials considered to be workers? Elected officials such as municipal councillors, school trustees and trade union executives are not normally considered workers unless an application for coverage by resolution is approved by the WCB. 14. Are Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and their constituency workers eligible for workers’ compensation benefits? The M.L.A. Compensation Act authorizes the payment of compensation to Members of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta in the event of an accident resulting in their permanent disability or death while fulfilling the duties of their office. The WCB administers these claims on behalf of the employer, the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. Constituency workers are covered as workers of the Legislative Assembly. 15. Are individuals in the Albert
