Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use - Campus Policy

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Cannabis, Alcohol and Substance Use - Campus Policy
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Policy Details
Policy number
3.12.2025.U
Policy category Human Resources
Responsible department
Human Resources
Vice-President, Finance and Administration
Approval authority Vice-President, Finance and Administration
Original approval date
Next review date

Policy Summary

The university recognizes that the effects of the consumption of cannabis, alcohol or other substances can impair an individual’s judgement, and cognitive and physical abilities, which can diminish job performance, and potentially jeopardize the safety of the work environment, employees and/or the general public. As such, the university is adopting this policy with respect to the use of cannabis, alcohol and other substances. 

In this policy, you will find:

  • Policy Statement 
  • Reason for Policy 
  • Who this Policy Applies To 
  • Definitions 
  • Contacts 
  • Definitions 
  • The Policy 
    • Fitness to work 
    • Safe workplace