Applicable Legislation
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Ice arena inspections are guided by a combination of regulations, and local policies that support public health protection. Unlike some settings, there is no single, ice arena–specific regulation governing air quality; instead, Public Health Inspectors must apply a range of legislative tools depending on the situation and level of risk.
The following section outlines the key pieces of legislation that provide authority for assessment, compliance, and enforcement actions when air quality concerns are identified in ice arenas.
1. HEALTH PROTECTION AND PROMOTION ACT
Public health units must rely on the Health Protection and Promotion Act for enforcement. Under section 13, a medical officer of health or public health inspector may issue a closure order if air pollution levels pose an immediate health hazard.
Additionally, section 11 mandates public health units to notify relevant ministries, such as the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, in cases involving occupational or environmental health risks.
