WestJet bans staff in ‘safety-sensitive’ jobs from off-duty cannabis use
CALGARY — WestJet Airlines Ltd. says it will follow the lead of rival Air Canada in banning marijuana use for staff in certain “safety-sensitive positions” even when they aren’t at work.
The company says it updated its alcohol and drug policy in preparation for legalization of recreational cannabis use next week.
Spokeswoman Morgan Bell says employees were notified of the changes on Tuesday morning.
She says marijuana is being treated differently than alcohol, which is banned for certain staff members within 12 hours of coming on duty.