Welcome to our website dedicated to the issue of second-hand smoke in multi-unit dwellings and the promotion of no-smoking policies. This site will provide information and assistance to housing co-op members who are suffering from second-hand smoke seeping into their homes from neighbouring units.
According to the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada, approximately 125,000 Ontarians live in over 44,000 units in more than 550 non-profit housing co-operatives across the province.
While provincial and municipal laws provide Ontarians with extensive protection from second-hand smoke where they work, shop, dine and play, many people are still being involuntarily exposed where they live. Despite strong public support and demand for smoke-free homes, there is a significant shortage of smoke-free buildings for Ontarians who want and need to live smoke-free.
If you are suffering from second-hand smoke infiltrating your home on a frequent and on-going basis, our site will provide you with useful information and tools, including:
- A taking action section for addressing the problem of second-hand smoke;
- Tools to make your efforts easier;
- Important information on laws and legal issues, including a legal opinion on no-smoking policies in co-operatives; and
- Surveys conducted with residents of multi-unit dwellings.
Also, check out our common questions section.
The information and materials contained on this website are for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or as a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a lawyer.