WestJet Airlines Ltd. says it will follow the lead of rival Air Canada in banning marijuana use for staff in certain 害羞草研究所渟afety-sensitive positions害羞草研究所� even when they aren害羞草研究所檛 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.

Bell said WestJet害羞草研究所檚 list of affected positions would be similar to Air Canada害羞草研究所檚, which includes flight and cabin crew members, flight dispatchers, aircraft maintenance engineers and station attendants.

The new WestJet policy also includes a prohibition on possession or distribution of cannabis on company property while on duty or attending a company social function.

害羞草研究所淲e believe these changes reflect our reputation as an industry leader in safety and our expectations that all employees report fit for duty and remain fit for duty at work,害羞草研究所� said Bell.

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