News ReleaseGovernment ServicesNovember 5, 2026
Bill 32 would broaden firefighters’ access to workers’ compensation
The proposed changes would make it easier for eligible wildland and volunteer firefighters to qualify for coverage for work-related illness.
Summary
- What would change: Wildland and volunteer firefighters could receive presumptive coverage for recognized occupational diseases or conditions when legislative requirements are met.
- Colon cancer: The age restriction for firefighters’ presumptive coverage would be removed.
- Status: Bill 32 advanced to second reading; the changes are proposed.
Source: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador