Smoking is now illegal in public places in Lake Country.

Council adopted a bylaw Tuesday that bans smoking in parks and beaches and within 7.5 metres of public buildings.

91裸聊视频淒on91裸聊视频檛 light up on our beaches,91裸聊视频� said Mayor James Baker, who says the goal of the bylaw is to promote healthy lifestyles.

91裸聊视频淪ome people are allergic to cigarette smoke.91裸聊视频�

The district was urged by the Canadian Cancer Society and the Interior Health Authority to take action.

Baker says there have been few complaints from residents about the bylaw.

91裸聊视频淥ne letter said barbecues cause more carcinogens than smoking.91裸聊视频�

Baker admits that enforcing the rules could be a challenge but he says it provides district staff with the ability to act.

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A $100 fine could be levied for smoking in a public place, within 7.5 metres of a transit stop or in a park or common area.

The early payment penalty will be $50 while the late penalty climbs to $125.