Pubdate: Mon, 22 Nov 2004 Source: Calgary Herald (CN AB) Copyright: 2004 Calgary Herald Contact: http://www.canada.com/calgary/calgaryherald/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/66 Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/mjcn.htm (Cannabis - Canada) Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/decrim.htm (Decrim/Legalization) CEOS SEEK STUDY ON IMPACT OF RELAXED POT LAWS Canada's largest and most influential business group is urging the federal government to delay passage of legislation to decriminalize marijuana until a study has been conducted of its impact on the workplace. The Canadian Council of Chief Executives, which represents 150 major multinational corporations, warns that pushing ahead with the pot law could harm the economy through a higher number of injuries, absenteeism and poor job performance. Executive vice-president David Stewart-Patterson said it's estimated substance abuse costs businesses at least $18.4 billion annually. - --- MAP posted-by: Derek