legalization of recreational marijuana

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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Q&A: Is an employer responsible if employee drives home while high after using prescribed marijuana?

October 11, 2018 Ava Z Moradi, JD Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights, Notice, Damages and Settlements, Payroll

What duty does the employer have with regard to an employee using medical marijuana during the workday and then driving home after work? What if an accident occurs?

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Sober, safe and productive workplaces: Managing the legalization of recreational marijuana

June 15, 2018 Vey Willetts LLP Employee Relations, Health and Safety, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Human Rights

The pending legalization of recreational marijuana has raised concerns for employers as to how legalization may impact their workplaces and what steps may be taken to protect staff, ensure safety and avoid loss of productivity.

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