Distributed by the Government of Canada Depository Services Program. Issued also in French under title: Politique de la Commission canadienne des droits de la personne sur le dépistage d'alcool et de drogues. "Revised October 2009"

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction -- Policy objective -- General policy statement -- Dependent and recreational users of drugs and alcohol under the Canadian Human Rights Act -- Drug and alcohol testing as a bona fide occupational requirement -- Specific drug and alcohol testing practices -- Duty to accomodate and undue hardship -- Factors in ensuring compliance -- Conclusion.