Commission des normes, de l’équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST)
If you were injured either psychologically or physically as a result of a criminal offence committed while you were at work, you may qualify for compensation under the Act Respecting Industrial Accidents and Occupational Diseases. Your application must be sent to the Commission des normes, de l’équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST) [labour standards, pay equity and workplace health and safety board], which is responsible for applying this Act.
If a worker dies from a crime that occurred at work, his or her spouse and dependants, if any, may receive death benefits.
In both cases, the employer must be informed of the injuries or death immediately, and must notify the CNESST. You (or the worker’s representative, in the event of death) have six months from the date of the injury or death to file a claim with the CNESST.