Lethbridge College to remain cannabis-free

Lethbridge College says it will remain a cannabis-free campus when recreational marijuana becomes legal on Oct. 17.

“The use of cannabis, including smoking, vaping or ingesting cannabis, is not allowed on campus, including in or outside of campus residence facilities,” the college said in a media release on Thursday.

“The institution’s top priority is to ensure its campus remains a safe and healthy place to work and learn.”

Share this on X Click to share quote on X: "The institution's top priority is to ensure its campus remains a safe and healthy place to work and learn."

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up

By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

As of Oct. 17, the college says cannabis products or related accessories will be allowed on campus, but must be stored in sealed, scent-proof containers.

Lethbridge College will be providing more details on its cannabis decision during a media availability with Provost and Vice President of Academic Samantha Lenci on Friday afternoon.

2:00 Lethbridge city officials and police continue to prepare for legalization of cannabis

• Lethbridge city officials and police continue to prepare for legalization of cannabis
• Packed city meeting discusses cannabis legalization in Lethbridge
• Lethbridge city council postpones community meeting on cannabis
• Lethbridge medical cannabis clinic closing doors; opening as recreational retailer

Previous Video

Next Video