Quit Smoking

Smoking Cessation

Please contact us to book a one-on-one appointment to discuss your unique needs and a quit plan. We can discuss what happened the last time you tried to quit; what you plan to do this time; and whether medications might help.

Thinking About Quitting

Ways to Quit

Cold Turkey

Cold turkey works best when you have a plan

So, read this booklet, make a plan, & quit

  • Stick with your plan
  • Even if cold turkey doesn’t work this time, try it again ‘til it does!

Quit with Friends

Get a friend who smokes to quit with you

Tell friends who smoke to not smoke around you

  • Ask friends to keep you distracted & send you positive texts

Smokers’ Helpline

Free practical tools, proven strategies and personalized support

Visit www.smokershelpline.ca or call the number on cigarette packages or 1-877-513-5333

  • Choose the online programs, text support or phone services that you want
  • Don’t worry: no one will preach at you to quit – their Quit Coaches get it, and are available 7 days a week

Speak to a Health Professional

Talk to a nurse, doctor or pharmacist on your campus about your quit plan

  • Talk about: what happened the last time you tried to quit; what you plan to do this time; & whether medications might help