Oct 2018 Charity & NFP Law Update>
On October 17, 2018, federal Bill C-45, the Cannabis Act (the “Federal Act”), came into force as proclaimed by Order in Council, after having received Royal Assent on June 21, 2018. Each province and territory has its own legislation to regulate the recreational use of cannabis in their respective jurisdiction, similar to each province’s authority to regulate the sale of alcohol. This Charity & NFP Law Bulletin provides a brief overview of the relevant federal and Ontario legislation with a focus on its impact on the workplace. Charities and not-for-profits, as employers, need to be aware of their legal rights, as well as obligations under the new legislative regime and develop or modify their workplace policies accordingly.
For the balance of this Bulletin, please see Charity & NFP Law Bulletin No. 431.