The Act Respecting Industrial Accidents and Occupational
Diseases, CQLR, c. A-3.001 (the "Act") has many
provisions that allow it to be flexibly and effectively applied to
various generations of workers.
For example, in an economic environment where more and more
young employees or recent retirees are self-employed, as
freelancers or consultants, questions frequently arise concerning
the true status of independent workers. This status is precisely
determined by the Act.
The Act also contains provisions regarding volunteer workers,
now that more and more individuals are acting in that capacity on
behalf of those in need.
Entitlement to indemnities for income-replacement and
rehabilitation are also covered by specific provisions in cases
where an employment injury results in permanent functional
limitations that prevent a worker from performing his work. More
specifically, a worker having such limitations who is 60 years of
age or older at the time of the
