‘When they’re injured by trauma in the line of duty, they deserve care—not red tape, denial letters and pressure to return to work before they’ve healed’

Alberta’s first responders are facing serious obstacles when seeking support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and families and advocates are warning that denied or delayed care is leaving many in crisis, according to a report.

Despite Bill 27—which presumes PTSD injuries are work-related for first responders—advocates say claims are still being denied or delayed.

The Wayfinders Wellness Society, a non-profit supporting first responders with PTSD, told CTV News that of the 792 psychological-injury claims filed by Alberta first responders in 2021, 227 were denied by the WCB.

“This is a systemic failure,” said Paul Wagman, foun

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