The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is reminding drivers that Ontario’s zero-tolerance rules apply to cannabis in the same way they apply to alcohol.
The municipality says drivers under 21, those with G1, G2, M1 or M2 licences, and commercial operators cannot have any detectable cannabis in their systems. It says using cannabis while operating a vehicle can result in immediate suspensions, fines and possible criminal charges, and that medical cannabis users are not exempt from impaired driving laws.
The reminder is part of the municipality’s updated road safety action plan, and it says it will share more information throughout the year. Details on safe driving are available at the link on its website.
