What are the potential penalties for failing to comply with the smoking ban?
An owner, operator or employer, who permits smoking in his/her establishment, upon conviction, can be fined between $500 and $5000. An individual who smokes where smoking is prohibited, upon conviction, can be fined between $50 and $500. In addition to the fine, for establishments licensed under the Liquor Control Act, the liquor licence of an establishment convicted of violating the Smoke-free Environment Act, 2005 may be canceled by the Board of the Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation.
