The City of White Rock’s Public Health Smoking Protection Bylaw (PDF) (the "Bylaw") prohibits smoking in a number of areas including:
Under the Bylaw, businesses and institution operators are required to post appropriate signage in clear and visible locations. See Section 2.3 of the Bylaw (PDF) to review these requirements in more detail.
Although public education will help promote compliance with these new regulations, the use of municipal tickets will also be used. Please note that anyone smoking in areas where smoking is prohibited may be ticketed. In addition, business owners/operators may also be fined for contravening the bylaw and allowing unlawful smoking in or near their premises.
Please contact Bylaw Enforcement regarding any inquiries or complaints regarding smoking or vaping through the following methods:
Staff have prepared the following approved signage templates for public use: