Quit Today – Take Back Control
You are here because:
- You want to learn more
- You are thinking about it but not ready to quit
- You have tried to quit many times but want to try again
- You are ready to quit for the first time now
Whatever the reason – CONGRATULATIONS!
Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. There are many great supports for you that match your readiness and your needs.
Let’s help you get started. Follow this 3-step process:
Quit Smoking & Vaping Options
One-on-one local quit-smoking coaches will support you in person or over the phone.
• Free Nicotine replacement therapy (gum, patches, etc.)
If your primary care provider is part of a Family Health Team, Community Health Centre, or Twin Bridges Nurse Practitioner Clinic – ask about these services.
If you are not a patient of any of these, contact the following to see if you are eligible:
• Rapids Family Health Team: 519-339-8949
• Grand Bend Family Health Team: 519-238-1556 ext. 284
Health811 (Previously Telehealth Ontario)
Provides free individual counseling over the phone to clients who wish to quit smoking. Clients can call Health811 (toll-free) at 811 for support to help them quit smoking.
Talk Tobacco
Indigenous Quit Smoking and Vaping Support
Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation Community Program
Free over-the-phone support with 6 weeks of nicotine replacement therapy
Stop on the NET
Free, online support with 10 weeks of nicotine replacement therapy
SmokersHelpline.ca
Free Bilingual Care Coach Assistants Available 24/7 – Call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000
Don’t Quit Quitting
QUASH
Free, online support for youth and young adults
My Change Plan App:
Mobile app to help individuals quit, reduce or manage their tobacco cigarette smoking
QUASH – Quit Vaping APP
Available for free on the App or Google Play store.
Supports our youth ages 16-29 who want to reduce or quit vaping and/or smoking.
#stopvapingchallenge
Available for free on the App or Google Play store.
Smoke-Free Curious
Are you smoke-free curious? Ready to try again? You’re in the right place. Quit smoking for the first 7 days of the month and you could win $500! Why is the first week so important? Because if you are successful for the first week, you’re 9x more likely to quit for good, and that’s amazing! Register now!