Policy on a Smoke Free Environment (PDF)
In consideration of the growing trend for Canadian post-secondary institutions to become smoke-free and in response to recent legislative changes to the Quebec Tobacco Control Act Bishop’s University is committed to providing a safe and healthy community, workplace and study environment.
The University also recognizes the adverse health effects of smoking and second hand smoke and is committed to embracing a policy to protect the health and security of its community while maintaining the freedom of personal choice.
The policy on a smoke free environment reflects a shift from the previous restrictions for smoking within 9 meters of buildings and public areas, to smoking only in designated smoking areas on campus.
Smoking is now prohibited across campus except in Designated Smoking Areas. These areas are located on the periphery of campus in proximity to parking lots as pictured below.
Why the Move to a Smoke Free Environment?
Some of the main considerations in this policy change are:
- To reduce exposure to second hand smoke for all members of the community or visitors to campus;
- To adopt a Tobacco Control Policy geared toward establishing a smoke free environment as required by the Act for post-secondary institutions;
- To advise the community regarding the legal restrictions related to smoking in public spaces in Quebec;
- To help to ensure a cleaner, litter-free campus.
The restriction applies to all members of the Bishop’s University community including both Bishop’s and Champlain students, faculty and staff, as well as visitors, contractors and guests on University property.
FAQ
For more information:
Bishop’s Security: 819-822-9711
Quebec Tobacco Control Act R.S.Q., c-L-6.2