In an effort to crack down on second hand smoke, Ontario lawmakers passed the Smoke-Free Ontario Act back in June of last year.  With the bill not scheduled to go into action until May 31, 2006, some businesses do not appear to be doing anything to facilitate enforcing the new law.  The Great Blue Heron Charity Casino is one such place that has many anti-smokers wondering what the gambling operator plans to do with the Scugog Island Gaming House.

Although the casino has set forth that a decision on whether to comply with the new regulations or to close shop and move elsewhere needs to be made, no word has surfaced on what that decision is going to be.  Right now, even casino employees are concerned about what may go down.  While the matter strikes chords of employment and lost business, the overall concern seems to be one of health.  Surprising to many, there is great support for the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, which will undoubtedly do wonders for public health.  Any non-compliance to the bill would surely be disappointing for all those who pushed to have it passed.

A decision will have to come soon - And the majority of casino employees in Ontario are hoping the casino decides to enforce the new law.  Those who enjoy smoking while they gamble are simply going to have to step outside and not force their dangerous habit upon others.  The Smoke-Free Ontario Act will also hold precedence in all enclosed public places like clubs, restaurants, bars and arenas.