Moving and Choosing Tobacco Free

Tobacco Free

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in Canada and most other developed countries. Enjoy fun times and a lifetime of good health by staying smoke free! This webpage provides sound and reliable information for people of all ages and interests. For more information on quitting smoking talk to you physician, pharmacist or health care provider.
Success Stories

There are many documented success stories, including the ones here:

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Tobacco: Behind the Smoke

Have you ever wondered about how the chemicals in tobacco smoke are formed, and how these chemicals impact human health? By watching this animation series, you will learn about: How tobacco plants, like all plants, are composed of chemicals; What happens when tobacco burns, including how toxic chemicals are formed; and, The negative effects these toxic chemicals can have on human health.

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Tobacco: Behind the Smoke

 
Keep Your Kids Smoke-free

As children grow, their view of the world changes. As these changes occur, children pass through stages in their awareness and use of tobacco. A variety of factors can lead to tobacco use and to regular smoking among youth. By being aware of the potential risk factors for tobacco use, you can be better prepared to support healthy tobacco-free choices for your children.

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Keep Your Kids Smoke-free

 
Quit Now

You may find quitting easier than you expected, or you may find you need all the support you can get. Help is available toll-free by phone and online. The Health Canada resources below will guide you through the quitting process, one step at a time, to achieve the success you want.

On the Road to Quitting - Use this proven program to find out more about your smoking habits and explore your quitting options.

Quit 4 Life - This 4-step program is designed to help Canadians aged 14 to 19 quit smoking.