The City of Orillia by-law banning smoking/vaping tobacco, cannabis and other substances outdoors on property owned or leased by the City is now in effect. Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit orillia.ca/smokefree for detailed information about the by-law including specific exemptions, enforcement, frequently asked questions and resources. "This by-law seeks to strike a balance between the legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada and Orillia opting into its sale, with the desire of people to have access to smoke-free public spaces," said Mayor Steve Clarke. "Orillia is not the first municipality to introduce this type of by-law and we are certainly focusing on educating the ... [Read more]