Smoking & Vaping
Smoke & Vape Free Spaces

Hamilton's Smoking By-laws
The City of Hamilton’s Bylaws prohibits smoking and vaping in certain environments.
By-law No. 02-054 To Regulate Smoking in Public Places and Workplaces
By-law No. 11-080 To Prohibit Smoking within City Parks and Recreation Properties
Parks and Recreation Properties where smoking is prohibited

Outdoor areas & public spaces
Report smoking and vaping
To help investigate complaints, provide in your report:
- Your name and phone number or email for follow-up
- The date and time of the incident
- Description of what occurred
- The location where you saw people smoking or vaping
Tobacco enforcement officers inspect outdoor areas, public places, workplaces and work vehicles. They also investigate complaints about these places. A ticket and fine are given to people or places that do not obey the law. Fines start at $250.
Date modified
August 17, 2022