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Du samedi 5 octobre au lundi 7 octobre, le campus du centre-ville et le campus Macdonald ne seront accessibles qu’aux étudiants et aux membres du personnel de l’Université McGill, ainsi qu’aux visiteurs essentiels. De nombreux cours auront lieu en ligne. Le personnel devra travailler à distance, si possible. Voir le site Web de la Direction de la protection et de la prévention pour plus de détails.

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Controlled Substances

Research taking place with any of controlled substances listed in the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act require an approved scientific exemption from Health Canada. If a PI intends to use controlled substances for research, EHS must be informed. A scientific exemption will be submitted on the researcher’s behalf.

For more information consult the PDF icon SOP for controlled Substances

Requirements

  • EHS must be notified of any controlled substances being used for projects at McGill. Research Protocol and Animal Use Protocol copies must be provided to EHS.
  • Scientific exemption must be submitted by EHS on behalf of the PI responsible for the project.
  • All controlled substances must be stored accordingly as per there exemption quantity limit. See the Government of Canada - Directive on Physical Security Requirements for Controlled Substances and Drugs Containing Cannabis
  • Inventory must be updated accordingly before substance is purchased.
  • EHS must be contacted to destroy any unwanted or expired controlled substances email the Cannabis and Controlled Substance Officer to schedule a time.
  • The PI will immediate notify EHS of any changes to the research protocol, personnel, location, or controlled material.
  • No controlled substance shall be moved from its location.
     

See Forms, Tools and Resources for documentation related to controlled substances.

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