The government of Saskatchewan says its upcoming ban on smoking in public places will apply to casinos run by First Nations.

Health Minister John Nilson says the First Nations agreed to accept provincial laws under gaming compacts. But the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations says the decision on whether to ban smoking should be left up to the First Nations.

Saskatchewan's ban goes into effect January 1. Manitoba's ban just went into effect but the province said it lacked jurisdiction over First Nations.

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