Is smoking banned in public places in Canada?
Partial ban
Canada has consistent indoor smoking bans but allows designated smoking rooms in many jurisdictions.
Canada is one of 46 countries classified “Partial ban” for public smoking bans — 35% of the 132 with data.
Source
- Taken from
- Wikipedia: List of smoking bans
- Last checked
- 17 September 2026
- How it was classified
- Classified by a language model from the source text, then checked against hand-verified reference countries.
Nearby countries
- United States
- Varies by region Smoking bans in the US vary by state and locality, with no comprehensive federal law covering private businesses.
- Greenland
- Comprehensive ban Greenland has a comprehensive smoking ban in hospitality facilities, restaurants, bars, clubs, public transport, and workplaces since 2010.
- Bermuda
- Comprehensive ban Bermuda bans smoking in all enclosed workplaces, including restaurants, bars, and hotels.
- Iceland
- Comprehensive ban Iceland prohibits smoking in most public spaces, including all enclosed spaces, public transport, restaurants, bars, and clubs.
- Mexico
- Partial ban Mexico has a nationwide ban but allows designated smoking areas in some restaurants and public places.
- Cuba
- Partial ban Cuba prohibits smoking in most workplaces and closed public spaces but enforcement is poor.
Other laws in Canada
- Jaywalking
- Varies by region
- Drinking in Public
- Varies by region
- Driving Age
- 16–17
- Homeschooling
- Legal with conditions
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