The City of Yellowknife has banned smoking and vaping on all City-managed recreational properties. With the exception of trails, designated smoking areas and traditional ceremonies involving tobacco, all public parks, playgrounds and recreational facilities are smoke free. "We want our City facilities to be clean and safe for all of our residents," says Mayor Mark Heyck. "This ban will keep the air clean around our buildings, and hopefully create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all." Proper signage indicating where residents can smoke has been installed at all City parks and facilities. There is one designated smoking area between the Multiplex and the Fieldhouse; one designat... [Read more]