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To legally handle and conduct activities with controlled substances, companies and research organizations must first obtain a Controlled Substance Licence. The licence authorizes the organization to possess and conduct activities using only the substances stipulated by the licence. As well, the licence is site specific. This means a separate licence is required for each site where the organization is to store and handle the controlled substance. The security for keeping controlled drugs is specific to a location and the issue of a licence is dependent upon the company conforming to proper security practices as well as other criteria. Information on security practices is contained in the document "Physical Security Directive"
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For more information, please contact the Licences and Permits division of the Office of Controlled Substances.
