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Ontario Labour Arbitration Decision Shows Proving Cannabis Impairment Is Key to Upholding Termination
A recent Ontario labour arbitration decision provides helpful guidance for employers managing cannabis use in safety-sensitive workplaces. In MSC Toronto o/a Continuous Colour Coat Limited v United Steelworkers Local 3950-65, the arbitrator concluded that the employee had consumed cannabis during his lunch break and returned to work contrary to company policy. However, while the policy breach was established, the employer did not adduce sufficient evidence to prove observable impairment. As a result, and taking into account the employee’s nine years of service, the termination was set aside and substituted with a three-month unpaid suspension.
National Law Review.,Mazrch 05, 2026Canadian LP Aurora Cannabis is now 'solely' a medical company
Aurora Cannabis is exiting the adult-use cannabis market to focus "solely" on global opportunities in medical marijuana, company Chief Financial Officer Simona King said Monday.
MJBizDaily March 03, 2026Cannabis industry contributes nearly $11.6 billion to Canada’s 2025 GDP
Canada’s cannabis industry contributed nearly $11.6 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2025, led by the cultivation and processing side of the industry. .
StratCann March 02, 2026