Cannabis Act

Legalization and the workplace: Your questions answered!

March 8, 2019 Stringer LLP Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Training and Development, 0

On October 17, the federal government legalized recreational marijuana use. At the same time, Ontario’s provincial government enacted the Cannabis Act and amended related legislation. Employers are rightly concerned about the possible impacts on the workplace.

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Preparing for the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada: What employers should know

October 17, 2018 Occasional Contributors Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights

On October 17, 2018, the federal government’s Cannabis Act comes into force, ushering in a new regulatory model for the possession and use of certain types of cannabis. At the same time, provincial governments will enact their own provincial cannabis statutes, such as Ontario’s Cannabis Act.

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Legal recreational marijuana: how can you address the workplace risks?

October 15, 2018 Adam Gorley Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Training and Development

More than half of employers are concerned about how the legalization of recreational marijuana will affect their workplaces and the risks they may face, according to new research by the Conference Board of Canada.
What about you?

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Update regarding the sale of cannabis in Ontario

September 4, 2018 Christina Catenacci Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources

Employers need to become aware of recent developments to the sale of cannabis rules and should note that Ontarians will only be allowed to use recreational cannabis in a private residence, including the outdoor space of a home. Recreational cannabis use will not be allowed in any public spaces, workplaces or motorized vehicles.

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Don’t let cannabis laws leave you dazed and confused

August 7, 2018 Doug MacLeod, MacLeod Law Firm Uncategorized

The intersection of issues surrounding cannabis at the workplace including health and safety considerations, the duty to accommodate, and the complex area of drug testing can result in the need for legal advice on how to create a reasonable and enforceable drug and alcohol policy.

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Cannabis regulations to support the coming into force of the Cannabis Act

August 1, 2018 Christina Catenacci Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources

In regards to cannabis in the workplace, employers are recommended to respond by proactively having appropriate policies and procedures in place, and training employees on these policies and procedures. Much will change in the coming months as cannabis becomes legal in Canada. Employers need to be prepared.

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Senate gives royal assent to Cannabis Act and it will become effective October 17, 2018

July 3, 2018 Christina Catenacci Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights

The Government of Canada has prepared some instructive material for Canadians in order to ensure that they are generally better prepared for what is to come now that Bill C-45 has received Royal Assent.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

June 14, 2018 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Payroll, Pensions and Benefits

The three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with the bill that will legalize marijuana and the new smoke-free rules related to cannabis, as well as a successful challenge to the right to terminate group benefits for employees aged 65 and older.

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How the legalization of marijuana will affect your ability to travel to the United States

May 15, 2018 Henry J. Chang, Dentons LLP Employee Relations, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources

The legalization of marijuana (both in Canada and in some US states) has created considerable uncertainty for Canadian citizens, Canadian permanent residents, and other foreign nationals.

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You found WHAT in the staff room? Handling marijuana use in the workplace before and after recreational marijuana becomes legal

April 24, 2018 Piccolo Heath LLP Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources

Unusual things can occur in workplaces; however, employers can prepare for some of those things by instituting good policies and practices, particularly in advance of any anticipated change in legislation.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

April 12, 2018 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Payroll, Training and Development, Wages and Compensation

The three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with the Remembrance Day Bill enactment, the release of the 2017 sunshine list, and the federal cannabis regulation consultation feedback report.

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Recent updates on the legalization of marijuana

April 9, 2018 Christina Catenacci Employee Relations, Government Budgets, Throne Speeches and Plans, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources

Employers may prohibit the use of recreational marijuana at work or during working hours and may also prohibit employees from attending work while impaired. Workplace rules regarding non-medical use of marijuana may be enforced through the application of the employer’s substance abuse and progressive discipline policies. Find out how.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

February 8, 2018 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Employment/Labour Standards, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Payroll, Pensions and Benefits, Wages and Compensation

The three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with pay equity and equal pay, marijuana in the workplace and possible paternity leave.

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Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk

January 25, 2018 Yosie Saint-Cyr, LL.B. Managing Editor Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, Health and Safety, Human Resources, Payroll, Source Deductions and Reporting

The three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with income tax changes in the new budget Bill, OHSA and WSIA changes in the new budget Bill and cannabis smoke-free and road safety legislation.

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Update concerning the legalization of marijuana

January 5, 2018 Christina Catenacci Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights

Bill C-45, An Act respecting cannabis and to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal Code and other Acts was introduced in the House of Commons on April 13, 2017. In response to the developments taking place at the federal level, provinces and territories have become active in creating provisions for their particular jurisdictions. The goal is to implement a regulatory framework in particular provinces or territories in anticipation of the legalization of non-medical cannabis in July 2018.

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