Smoke-Free Ontario Act

All employees in Ontario have a legal right to a smoke-free and vape-free workplace, including workplace vehicles.

Childcare Centres and Home Child Care
Community Recreational Facilities
Enclosed Public Places
Enclosed Workplaces
Government Buildings and Properties
Home Healthcare Workers
Hospitals and Hospital Properties
Traditional Use of Tobacco by Indigenous Persons
Smoking and Vaping in Vehicles and Boats
Restaurants and Bars Including Patios

EMPLOYEE FINES

Smoking in an enclosed workplace or work vehicle

$305

EMPLOYER FINES

Smoking in workplace or work vehicle = $305

Having an ashtray in an enclosed workplace = $365

Failing to post No Smoking signs in workplace = $365

Failing to ensure employees comply = $365

All employees in Ontario have a legal right to a smoke-free and vape-free workplace, including workplace vehicles.

For more information about the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 click here

No Smoking, No Vaping signs for businesses

It is required by law to post signs in all workplaces (entrances, exits and on all bathroom doors).

Smoking in an enclosed workplace or work vehicle

EMPLOYER FINES