Beginning July 2, following a three-month education phase, the City of Ottawa’s new, expanded smoke-free regulations will be in full effect. The City thanks all residents, businesses and community groups for their cooperation and advises that violations of the smoke-free regulations will be subject to enforcement.Residents are reminded that smoking is now prohibited on all municipal properties, such as parks and beaches, and on all bar and restaurant patios. These changes are designed to protect non-smokers and children from second-hand smoke, and to reduce smoking rates.People smoking in prohibited areas may be subject to a ticket. Complaints submitted through ottawa.ca/smokefree and 3-1-1 will inform the City about problem areas and help target enforcement efforts.The City is continuing to reach out to all affected restaurants and bars, business groups, community associations, event organizers and users of City facilities. Public awareness strategies will continue throughout the summer to help ensure a smooth transition of these regulatory changes.For more information about the expanded regulations, or for help to quit smoking, please visit ottawa.ca/smokefree or call 3-1-1.If you are a restaurant or bar owner and would like to arrange for training for your serving staff, please e-mail healthsante@ottawa.ca or call the Ottawa Public Health Information Line at 613-580-6744. Connect with Ottawa Public Health on Facebook and Twitter (@ottawahealth) read more..
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