Under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act 2017, you can't smoke in any enclosed public places and workplaces in Ontario.
Smoke and vape-free outdoor spaces by-law
The Niagara Region enacted the Smoke and Vape-Free Outdoor Spaces By-law to protect children and vulnerable persons from exposure to second-hand smoke and vapour.
Smoking tobacco, cannabis and using an electronic cigarette (vaping) is prohibited in public spaces that are maintained throughout the City of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Region. Including:
- Beaches
- Recreation trails
- Parks, playgrounds and sports fields
- Splash pads and outdoor pools
- Arenas and recreation centres
- Outdoor areas of municipal and regional buildings
- Within nine metres of an entrance or exit of a publicly accessible place, building or workplace
- Bus shelters
Niagara's waterpipe by-law
Waterpipe smoking (tobacco and herbal) is not allowed in various public places in Niagara, including:
- Enclosed public spaces and workplaces
- Outdoor public patios
- Within nine metres of a publicly accessible entrance or exit
- Outdoor public areas such as parks, playgrounds, and beaches
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