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Yukon bans smoking in public places 

Health Law includes ban on smoking in vehicles with children
Jump to full article: New Brunswick Telegraph-Journal (ca), 2008-03-28
Author: THE CANADIAN PRESS

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The Yukon will catch up with the rest of Canada after a ban on smoking in public places takes effect on May 15.

Premier Dennis Fentie says the new legislation is in the best interest of Yukon residents in a territory that lags behind the rest of the country.

The ban on smoking in public places includes outdoor decks and patios attached to businesses such as bars and restaurants.

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