Distance Learning Students (Alberta residents and non-Alberta residents) who are enrolled at an Alberta public post-secondary institution and who are Canadian Citizens are also deemed to be workers of the Government of Alberta for the purpose of WCB coverage while they are participating in or attending program-related practicum and working experience placements in Alberta.
Distance Learning Students enrolled who are enrolled at an Alberta public post-secondary institution who are Alberta residents and Canadian Citizens are deemed to have WCB coverage while participating in program related or course related work experience or practicum placements outside Alberta, provided that they meet the criteria relating to Section 28 of the Worker’s Compensation Act WCB coverage would follow the student to a placement outside of Alberta. http://www.wcb.ab.ca/public/policy/manual/0601p2a5.asp
Distance learners who are residents of other provinces and who are participating in placements outside of Alberta are NOT covered under the Alberta Worker’s Compensation Act and should contact Risk and Safety Services prior to the commencement of their placement to ensure coverage or alternate private insurance coverage is in place for the protection of the student for the duration of the practicum placement.
Distance Learners who are NOT Canadian Citizens should contact Risk and Safety Services prior to the commencement of their placement to ensure coverage or alternate private insurance coverage is in place for the protection of the student for the duration of the practicum placement.