Opinion: Nicotine pouches should be as easy to buy as cigarettes

2026-02-03 - 11:15

Last month, during national non-smoking week, federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel encouraged Canadians to reflect on the benefits of a smoke-free life — and, above all, to ensure that support and resources are available for those who want to quit smoking. She also emphasized that, despite progress toward the goal of reducing tobacco use to below five per cent by 2035, many people still face barriers to quitting, and that programs must continue to evolve to better meet the needs of communities. Read More