Smoking & vaping — Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

Where is smoking or vaping prohibited?

In the Town of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, smoking & vaping rules are set by Smoking Regulation Bylaw No. 730, 2019, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: up to $1,000; up to $10,000. Buffer distance: 7.5 metres.

Smoking Regulation Bylaw No. 730, 2019 adopted bylaw
where prohibited Public Buildings, playgrounds, playing fields, special events, transit shelters, bus stops, School Yard, public squares, waterfront sidewalks, and publicly-owned land. s. 2(1); s. 3
buffer distance 7.5 metres s. 2(1)(b)
vaping included yes s. 2(1)
cannabis included yes s. 2(1); s. 3
fine range up to $1,000; up to $10,000 s. 6(1)(a); s. 6(2)
scout note

Bans smoking/vaping of tobacco, cannabis or any plant substance in public buildings and within 7.5m of doorways, patios, playgrounds, playing fields, transit shelters, school yards, public squares, and waterfront sidewalks/grass.

Machine-readable: smoking-vaping.json · Official website: https://www.qualicumbeach.com/ · Last verified 2026-09-24 · Smoking & vaping across British Columbia · Smoking & vaping in other municipalities