Where is smoking or vaping prohibited?

Smoking & vaping — Nanaimo, British Columbia: Smoking Regulation Bylaw 2018 No. 7268

In the City of Nanaimo, British Columbia, smoking & vaping rules are set by Smoking Regulation Bylaw 2018 No. 7268, verified 2026-08-28. Fines: $250.00 to TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000). Buffer distance: six (6) metres.

Smoking Regulation Bylaw 2018 No. 7268 adopted bylaw

where prohibited	City-owned property (except designated areas), parks, designated public spaces, buildings except residences/hotel rooms, transit stops, school yards, customer service areas.	s. 3.1
buffer distance	six (6) metres	s. 4.2
vaping included	yes	s. 3.1
cannabis included	yes	s. 3.1
fine range	$250.00 to TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000)	s. 6.1; Schedule 'A'

scout note

Regulates smoking in public places within the City of Nanaimo under Community Charter public-health authority.