Tobacco

The Health Unit currently works to support those who want to quit smoking through Quit Smoking Workshops. To refer a client, please contact us at 519-753-4937 ext. 416 or email tobacco@bchu.org. Your clients can also self-register for a workshop on our website by selecting the Tobacco pageunder Clinics & Classes.

We offer quit smoking presentations to groups who are interested in learning about: the process of quitting smoking, addiction, ways to quit smoking, and available community resources.  To request a group presentation email tobacco@bchu.org or call 519-753-4937 ext. 455.

Quit Smoking Workshops

• Three-hour workshops for participants to learn new skills for quitting smoking.
• Held monthly at various locations in the community.

• Participants receive a five weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to support them in their quit attempt.

Health-care providers are encourage to use the 5A's to help clients and patients get the support they need to quit smoking.