Marijuana in the Workplace and Employee Rights: 980 CKNW
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Wednesday, June 20th that Canadians will be able to consume marijuana recreationally without criminal penalties starting on Oct. 17, 2018.
A recent survey released in January by the Human Resource Professionals Association found 71 per cent of employers felt they were not ready for marijuana legalization.
Marijuana in the Workplace: What Are Your Rights?
What do employers need to do in order to be prepared for the changes introduced by Bill C-45? What rights to employees have?
A Vancouver employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP joined The Jon McComb Show on Global News Radio 980 CKNW to discuss how legislation will impact workplaces across Canada.
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Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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