Recipient Profile
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Population: 71,589
Year of Award: 2018
Type: Municipal Leadership Award
Smoke-free outdoor spaces
- Playgrounds
- Parks
- Sports fields and facilities
- Beaches
- Outdoor markets
- Outdoor events
- Trails
Prohibited smoking materials
- Tobacco
- Marijuana
- Waterpipes
- Electronic cigarettes
The Municipality’s approach to our draft bylaw was based on best practice research, collaboration with other Alberta municipalities, meetings with stakeholders and a robust and extensive public engagement process. We want to ensure that our bylaw is community-driven, responsive to the needs of all residents and reflects health considerations.
Don Scott Mayor, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo