The City of Hamilton will try to deter people from buying sugary drinks at arenas and rec centres.
Hamilton city council voted 9-6 Wednesday to offer healthier, more eco-friendly options at its facilities.
The goal, they said, is to steer people away from sodas and bottled water, and encourage them to drink tap water instead.
But while Coun.
"I’m not on for that ban," said Jackson.
"Read the language here.
It’s about telling volunteers to do their best to eliminate the sale of bottled water."
It will group food and drink in the categories of green, yellow and red according to Canada’s Food Guide.
"There will also be a continued focus on reducing reliance on bottled water, and ensuring sugary drinks won’t be positioned more prominently than water," the city said.
Matthew Green, Ward 3 councillor, said he was ready to call for an outright ban right now on bottled water and sugary drinks.