BC Tobacco Control Policy for Schools
On September 2, 2007 all B.C. schools (K-12), both public and private, became totally tobacco-free
(Tobacco Control Act section 2.2).
This law applies to:
Why is this law important?
Please support tobacco free schools….
(Tobacco Control Act section 2.2).
This law applies to:
- Students
- School employees
- Parents
- School visitors, on-site workers & guests
- Anyone attending non-school activities in schools or on school grounds
- Anyone in school vehicles
- Anyone in private vehicles parked on school property
- All tobacco products, not just cigarettes
Why is this law important?
- Because everyone’s health is important
- Because most smokers start before the age of 18
- Because tobacco is addictive
- Because these new requirements might help smokers in their efforts to quit
Please support tobacco free schools….
- Support your school’s efforts to promote a healthy learning environment
- Ensure that you comply with the new law by not using any tobacco products while on school grounds
- Encourage and support student awareness of the new law. Make sure your children understand the consequences of violating the new legislative provisions while at school
- Support school officials when penalties are imposed
- Be a positive role model for your children, whether you’re a smoker or not. Encourage and help them say no to cigarettes, and don’t give them, or provide easy access to, tobacco products
How to Implement a Tobacco Free School Grounds Policy
BC's Healthy Schools Network Newsletter - Tobacco Free Schools
