New Vaping Regulations for Retailers
A new E-Substances Regulation (‘the ESR’) has been introduced as part of a multi-pronged effort to address the increase in youth vaping.
Tobacco Prevention and Control Services
Smoking & Tobacco
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Tobacco use is one of the single largest threats to the health of individuals and communities in the Island Health region.
Harbourcats knock it out of the park with tobacco-free partnership
VICTORIA – Island Health and the Victoria HarbourCats baseball club are teaming up to strike chewing tobacco out of the game for the second season, by educating youth, players and fans about the benefits of tobacco-free sports and the dangers of smokeless tobacco products.
Chewing tobacco, known as “chew,” “dip,” or “snuff,” is a type of smokeless tobacco product tried by approximately 8% of Canadians aged 15 and older. People who use chewing tobacco are 50% more likely to acquire mouth cancers compared to those who do not use.
Tobacco Retailer Information & Forms
It is the responsibility of tobacco retailers to ensure that they and their staff know and comply with the B.C. tobacco laws.
Tobacco & Vapour Prevention & Control
The Tobacco and Vapour Prevention and Control program plays a primary role in provincial tobacco and vapour product reduction and enforcement.
Tobacco Prevention & Control Services
Island Health is working toward regulating and maintaining healthy, smoke-free environments.
Learn more about Smoke-free Spaces.
Understanding the CRD Clean Air Bylaw
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The Clean Air Bylaw makes all parks, playgrounds, playing fields, public squares and bus stops in the Capital Regional District smoke-free.
Helping People Quit Smoking
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Everyone has his or her own reasons for quitting smoking or tobacco, like the effects on your health and the impacts on your family.