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Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Newfoundland & Labrador (WorkplaceNL): A Practical Overview

If you think your hearing loss may be work-related in Newfoundland & Labrador, WorkplaceNL is the workers' compensation system. Here's how to prepare before you apply.

Updated 2025-06-21•9 min read
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What to know up front

Workers' compensation programs generally cover hearing aids only when hearing loss is accepted as work-related.

Because rules can be very specific, the best approach is to focus on strong documentation: hearing test results and a clear work noise history.

Prep checklist before you file

  • Get a current hearing test (audiogram) and ask for a written summary.
  • Collect any old workplace hearing tests (even if they're years old).
  • Write a work history: job titles, employers, years, and typical noise sources.
  • Write down when you first noticed symptoms and when you last worked around loud noise.

Questions to ask

  • What's the correct way to start an occupational hearing loss claim?
  • What documents do you want from my hearing clinic?
  • If a hearing aid is recommended, what needs pre-approval?

Sources

We aim to use reputable Canadian and international health sources. If a link changes, try searching the title on the publisher’s site.

This article is general information only and is not legal, medical, or benefits advice. Coverage depends on an accepted claim and program rules that can change. Confirm current requirements with WorkplaceNL.

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