If 2025 was the year of awareness, 2026 will be the year of accountability. Across industries, from construction and energy to healthcare and public service, substance use patterns are changing, … Read more

Many organizations still treat drug and alcohol training as a requirement to be completed, checked off, and revisited next year… maybe. It shows up on a training calendar, everyone attends, … Read more

When we think about workplace safety, our minds often jump to hard hats, harnesses, and hazard prevention. But there’s another kind of safety that deserves equal attention: the psychological and … Read more

When an employee’s lab test returns a positive result, employers often find themselves navigating a confusing and sometimes inefficient process. At the heart of this is the role of the … Read more

Over the past several months, we’ve unpacked one of the most misunderstood concepts in workplace safety: impairment. While the term is used often in policies, legal language, and HR conversations, … Read more

Many organizations still use the US DOT (Department of Transportation) 5-panel drug test. It’s familiar and referenced in many policies, but is it enough? Not anymore. Limiting your panel to … Read more

Substance use in the workplace is a complex issue, one that goes far beyond testing or identifying who used what and when. At its core, it is about safety and … Read more

In my work with safety-sensitive industries, I often hear the same questions when substance use becomes a workplace concern: “What happens next?” “How do we ensure fairness?” “Is this a … Read more

When we talk about fostering safe workplaces and healthy people, it’s easy to focus on policies, training, and testing. But behind the scenes, there’s a critical player ensuring those drug … Read more

With the holidays upon us, many companies are planning gatherings to celebrate. It’s a time for connection and relaxation and also an important moment to consider best practices around social … Read more

As cannabis legalization continues to expand globally, many employers are faced with the challenge of managing its use within their workplaces. Here in Canada, where cannabis has been legalized since … Read more

Managing Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in the workplace is a multifaceted challenge that requires careful consideration of both the employee’s well-being and the organization’s operational needs. Returning to work after … Read more

As cannabis legalization spreads, ensuring workplace safety becomes increasingly complex. The normalization of cannabis use has brought about challenges in maintaining a safe and productive work environment. One effective approach … Read more

Yes, We Do Things Differently “Up North” What follows are some of the key areas where testing in Canada differs from the US. Of note, the information provided here is … Read more

Addiction affects a minimum of 10% of the population. It’s an expensive problem that can dramatically impact your bottom line. Are you worried about your employees’ safety? Managing addictions is vital to minimizing … Read more

In the constantly evolving landscape of substance use, it’s crucial for employers to stay ahead of trends, particularly with the ever-evolving prescription drug abuse and the emergence of new psychoactive … Read more

My primary role as a Workplace Drug, Alcohol and Cannabis Consultant is to educate. One of the key areas of this focus is to help people understand that addiction is … Read more