Media Advisory                     Sept. 2, 2003

First anniversary of Smoke-free Bylaw to be marked at Bruce County Council, Sept. 4

Who:             Linda Davies, Manager, Prevention of Chronic Diseases and Injuries, Public Health Unit

What:           

·        Presentation of a banner signed by residents and visitors thanking County Council for the first year of smoke-free public places and workplaces

·        To update Council about the positive impact of the bylaw.  

Where:         Bruce County Council Chambers

30 Park Street, Walkerton

When:           Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  (during Council meeting)

Why:             Presentations will be made to celebrate the first year of the smoke-free bylaw for public places and workplaces in Bruce County.

For further information, please call Public Health at 376-9420 or visit our web site at www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca.

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For more information, please contact:

Helen Risteen                                      

Public Health Nurse                                                                 

Public Health Unit, Walkerton Office                                                    

(519) 881-1920 or