Attitudes Towards a Smoke Free Ontario

The goal of tobacco use protection is to safeguard people from the health hazards associated with breathing secondhand smoke. Under the Smoke-Free Ontario Act (SFOA), smoking is now prohibited in all workplaces and public places in Ontario.

This law protects workers, patrons and the general public from having to breathe the carcinogens released through tobacco smoke.

In Simcoe Muskoka, the majority of adults surveyed agree with the intent of the legislation.

According to Rapid Risk Factor Surveillance System (RRFSS):

• In 2006, 90% (88.1%, 91.5%) of Simcoe Muskoka adults (18+) agreed that smoking should be banned in all enclosed workplaces in Ontario.
• Also in 2006, 85% (82.6%, 86.7%) of Simcoe Muskoka adults (18+) agreed that smoking should be banned in all enclosed public places in Ontario, including restaurants, bars and places of entertainment.