How to Quit Smoking & Vaping in British Columbia

British Columbia has a smoking rate of approximately 10.5%. The vaping rate is around 3.1%. Whether you're quitting cigarettes, vapes, or both, local resources can make a significant difference in your success.

• British Columbia provincial quitline services • Free nicotine replacement therapy programs • British Columbia healthcare provider cessation support • Community-based smoking cessation classes • Indigenous-specific tobacco cessation programs
• Pan-Canadian Quitline: 1-866-366-3667 • British Columbia Ministry of Health cessation resources • Canadian Cancer Society Smokers Helpline • Provincial pharmacy NRT programs • Telehealth cessation counseling

British Columbia enforces comprehensive smoke-free laws covering workplaces, restaurants, bars, and many outdoor public spaces. The province follows federal tobacco regulations including plain packaging and flavor restrictions. Provincial tobacco taxes supplement federal taxes.

The quitline for British Columbia is 1-866-366-3667. Quitlines provide free, confidential coaching from trained counselors who can help you create a personalized quit plan. Most quitlines offer services in multiple languages and may also provide free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) like patches or gum.

A pack of cigarettes in British Columbia costs approximately $14.90 CAD. Pack-a-day smokers spend over $5439 CAD annually. Many cessation medications are covered by provincial health plans.