Healthy Living Community Updates
National Non-Smoking Week – January 18–24, 2026
Quitting smoking or vaping is one of the most effective ways to improve your overall health. During the third week of January, challenge yourself to quit or reduce commercial tobacco or vape use for a day, a week, a month—or longer. How would being smoke- or vape-free feel? Give it a try and see.
Support is available:Northern Health Region: 204-681-3144
Smoker’s Helpline: 1-877-513-5333
Indigenous culturally based quit support: 1-833-998-8255 Tips for Quitting
- Make a list of reasons you want to quit and set a quit date
- Write out a quit plan
- Seek support from health professionals, friends, and family
- Plan distractions ...
National Non-Smoking Week – Helping Canadians live a Smoke-Free life
In Manitoba, more people are taking steps to quit smoking and vaping, and the numbers are inspiring. As of 2022, 14.1% of Manitobans smoke, down from 25.7% over two decades ago. Quitting is possible, and resources are available to help you become part of this positive trend.
Vaping is increasing in popularity. In Manitoba 7.8% of Manitobans vape, the highest rate in Canada. However, even as vaping rises, 42.4% of people who vape daily have made quit attempts in the last year, showing that many are motivated to stop.
If you’re thinking about quitting, 2025 could be your year!
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