SMOKE-FREE ONTARIO: Legislation

LEGISLATION

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The Smoke-Free Ontario Act is designed to protect the health of all Ontarians by prohibiting smoking in all enclosed workplaces and enclosed public places in Ontario as of May 31, 2006.

Click on the links below to see how this legislation affects you.

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THE ACT IN BRIEF

The Act in Brief imageHere’s a rundown of the highlights of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act. Learn how this legislation protects Ontarians from the adverse effects of tobacco. Go Button

 

HOW IT AFFECTS YOU

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The Smoke-Free Ontario Act affects people in all walks of life, including proprietors, employers, workers, retailers and health care service providers.Go Button

 

LEGISLATION COMPARISON CHART

Ontario's last anti-smoking legislation was introduced in 1994. Find out what's new in the Smoke-Free Ontario Act.Go Button

 

CLEARING THE AIR

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There are many myths associated with banning smoking. From second-hand smoke to sales numbers to pollution. Get the real facts here. Go Button

 

SIGNS

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All signs required to be posted under the act and regulation should be posted in a conspicuous manner and should be clearly visible. Signs Image