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Smoke-Free Places
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle. For more information, refer...
Buying Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Devices (Vaping Products)
The legal age to purchase tobacco and vaping products/electronic smoking devices is 21 in Prince Edward Island. Retailers will be requesting to see ID as proof of age for any customer who appears to be under the age of 30. Tobacco Enforcement Officers are responsible for the...
Environmental / Public Health
The goal of Environmental/Public Health is to promote and protect the health and well-being of all Islanders and visitors. Legislative authority for this program falls under the Public Health Act and the associated regulations which are enforced by Environmental Health Officers...
Retailer Changes for the Sale of Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Devices (Vaping Products)
The three main changes to the Act and R egulations are: The age to purchase tobacco or an electronic smoking device has changed from 19 to 21 years of age. However there will be a transition period where individuals who turned 19 years of age before March 1, 2020 will still be...
Cannabis Policy and Legislation
On October 17, 2018, the Government of Canada legalized recreational cannabis use for adults. The Government of Canada continues to regulate access to cannabis for medical purposes. The main laws and regulations that govern recreational and medically-authorized cannabis use are...
Draft Building Codes Act Regulations
Consultation Draft - BUILDING CODES ACT REGULATIONS
Toolkit for Responsible Tobacco and Electronic Smoking Device Retailers
Tobacco and electronic smoking device retailers wishing to inform themselves about legislation, store policies, and staff training will find this document a valuable resource.
Cannabis Use in Health PEI Facilities and Services
Health PEI has developed a cannabis (marijuana) policy to guide staff, patients, clients, residents and visitors on the use of cannabis products in facilities and on property of Health PEI. Health PEI recognizes that adults may choose to use cannabis for medical or recreational...