Updates to the Smoke and Vape-Free Outdoor Spaces Regional By-law
The updated by-law now prohibits tobacco, cannabis and vaping products from being smoked or vaped in several public spaces in the Niagara region, including:
- Beaches (new)
- Recreation trails (new)
- Within nine metres of an entrance or exit of a publicly accessible place, building or workplace (new)
- Parks, playgrounds and sports fields
- Splash pads and outdoor pools
- Arenas and recreation centres
- Outdoor areas of municipal and regional buildings
- Bus shelters
Enforcement
With these changes to the by-law, tobacco control officers will use a progressive enforcement model to build public awareness and educate both residents and visitors on the update to the by-law
Concerns
To report a concern related to the Smoke and Vape-Free Outdoor spaces by-law, please contact the Niagara Region Tobacco Enforcement Unit at:
- 905-688-8248 or 1-888-505-6074 ext. 7393
- online