Saskatchewan plans to ban convenience store vape displays
By David Baxter Reporter
In addition to banning convenience store displays, Saskatchewan is opening the door to restricting the sale of flavoured vape products. Continue reading
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Vaping among Nova Scotia youth is reaching ‘alarming numbers’: Lung Association
By Jesse Thomas Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Nova Scotia Lung Association is sounding the alarm on vaping and e-cigarettes, claiming more and more youth are taking up the habit. Continue reading
Up to 30 per cent of Winnipeg homes have unsafe levels of radon: Lung association
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
About 100 people die from the effects of radon here in Manitoba each year, according to the Lung Association. Continue reading
Smoke-free alternative? Tobacco company opens flagship store in Edmonton
By Vinesh Pratap Reporter
A new tobacco retail outlet is set to open Friday in Edmonton, marketing “smoke-free,” tobacco-heating products, amid concern from anti-smoking advocates. Continue reading
Saskatchewan not doing enough to curb smoking
By Sarah Ryan Reporter
Three major health organizations have expressed their disappointment with the Saskatchewan government Tuesday, in light of a relative lack of action on tobacco control. Continue reading
Vaping no longer allowed in public places in Manitoba
It is now against the law in Manitoba to use a vaper inside public spaces, including bars, workplaces and restaurants. Continue reading
Anti-coal health groups take out ad on solar-powered digital billboard
Three health groups have launched the campaign to highlight the dangers of coal-fired power, by taking out an ad on a digital billboard that is powered completely by solar energy. Continue reading
Lung Association of Saskatchewan playing truth or dare
This November marks the first lung month; raising awareness and money for the Lung Association through an online game of truth or dare. Continue reading