COIDA Return of Earnings Submission Guide

The Return of Earnings is your annual declaration to the Compensation Fund. Every employer must submit it by 31 March.

What Counts as Earnings?

Include: Basic salary, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and taxable benefits. Exclude: Independent contractors and certain exempt categories.

Online Submission Process

  1. Log into the employer portal
  2. Select “Submit Return of Earnings”
  3. Enter total earnings per employee
  4. Verify industry tariff class
  5. Submit and pay assessment

Late Submission Penalties

Late submissions trigger penalty percentages added to your assessment. Persistent non-compliance results in criminal prosecution.