Anti-smoking

• Smoke-free alternative? Tobacco company opens flagship store in Edmonton

  A new tobacco retail outlet is set to open Friday in Edmonton, marketing "smoke-free," tobacco-heating products, amid concern from anti-smoking advocates.

  Canada

  Nov 22, 2018
  
• Coalition demands Alberta proclaim anti-smoking legislation as youth vaping soars

  Alberta government accused of "sitting on its hands" with anti-smoking legislation that has already been passed, but not proclaimed into law.

  Health

  Oct 25, 2018
  
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• Hampstead passes strict anti-smoking bylaw

  It could soon be against the law in Hampstead to smoke on all municipal property — that includes parks, streets and even sidewalks.

  Canada

  Mar 19, 2018
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• Regina considers smoke-free patios and some outdoor spaces

  Among major cities, only Regina and Winnipeg still allow smoking on outdoor patios. Saskatoon has been smoke-free on patios since 2004.

  Health

  Dec 20, 2016
• Ontario’s new anti-smoking rules take effect, banning smoking from patios

  Not that anyone will be enjoying a pint on a patio in the middle of winter, but if you were to venture outside of a bar or restaurant, you’ll have to go a little bit further to enjoy a cigarette.

  Health

  Jan 2, 2015
• Class-action suit against Pfizer over anti-smoking drug Champix will proceed

  A class-action lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Canada over its anti-smoking drug Champix will proceed, an Ontario Superior Court has ruled.

  Canada

  Jul 26, 2013
• Report urges greater equality in Canada’s healthcare system

  Canada’s universal healthcare system isn’t so universal, according to a new report released by the Cancer Advocacy Coalition Canada.

  Canada

  Jul 12, 2013