About Us

A Message from the Chief Appeals Commissioner

George Pheasey

Welcome to our web site!

A transparent, open and accessible appeals process is one part of an effective workers' compensation system. Clear communication and easily accessible information are essential elements of the appeals process. Our web site is one way we ensure that accurate, up-to-date information is available in a format that is easy to find and use.

Thank you for visiting the Appeals Commission on-line. By using our web site you have information at your fingertips to assist you in:

• filing an appeal,
  
• preparing for your appeal,
  
• accessing publications, policy, and legislation,
  
• finding out more about our hearing process,
  
• discovering the background and purpose of the Appeals Commission,
  
• meeting the government appointed commissioners,
  
• learning more about the vision and mission of the Appeals Commission,
  
• understanding values on which the Commission is based,
  
• searching for statistical trends,
  
• understanding WCB terminology,
  
• learning from our frequently asked questions section,
  
• finding links to related sites, or
  
• looking for career opportunities.

Please explore our web site. Take a virtual tour of our hearing rooms to get a feel for the Appeals Commission and what our hearings are like.

If you have additional questions after navigating our web site, please contact us by telephone at:

Edmonton (780) 412-8700
Calgary (403) 508-8800

If you are calling long distance within Alberta, you can use the Government of Alberta RITE System by calling 310-0000. If you are calling long distance outside of Alberta, call 1-866-222-4109.

or by e-mail at webmaster1@appealscommission.ab.ca

We invite comments and suggestions about ways we can improve our customer service.