Smoke-free environment in effect next month at BC Ferries

Smoke-free environment in effect next month at BC Ferries
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BC Ferries announced a smoke-free environment in all BC Ferries locations, including terminals and vessels will be introduced January 22, 2018. File photo.

BC Ferries announced a smoke-free environment in all BC Ferries locations, including terminals and vessels will be introduced January 22, 2018. File photo.

Starting January 22, BC Ferries will be a smoke-free environment in all locations including terminals and vessels.

The company reminded customers of the upcoming changes Wednesday morning which applies to tobacco and other substances including e-cigarettes.

The policy includes the interior of all vehicles on BC Ferries’ property.

BC Ferries first advised passengers of the changes in August.

READ MORE: BC Ferries to ban smoking, staying on lower car decks

“This new policy supports the health and wellness of our customers and our employees by
reducing exposure to second-hand smoke,” BC Ferries’ President and CEO Mark Collins said in a release.

“The policy aligns with other transportation services and ensures everyone using our services can breathe smoke-free air.”

Regular announcements and signage on board the vessels and at terminals will be in place to remind customers of the new policy.

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