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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 24/09/2026
Helping someone quit smoking or nicotine? 🚭 The Canadian Pharmacists Association’s new chapter breaks down screening, treatment options, e-cigarettes, and a step-by-step cessation algorithm. Get the highlights in the abstract below 👇
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 16/09/2026
🚨Sept 16 | 12–1 PM ET: Join TEACH Educational Rounds with Dr. David Hammond, PhD, on: Canada’s evolving nicotine market and tobacco control policy. Register + complete the pre-learning assessment by Sept 15, 11:59 PM ET: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 31/07/2026
Reducing alcohol use can make quitting smoking easier—but which strategies actually work? 🤔 A modified Delphi study identified the most effective behavior change techniques (BCTs) for a one-time, self-guided digital intervention. Read more about the findings below #SmokingCessation #AlcoholResearch
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Canada's National Observer @nationalobserver.com · 15/07/2026
From June: For at least the past 10 years, the province has underbudgeted for firefighting, sometimes spending twice what it planned — and firefighters say not allotting adequate funds translates to real impacts on the frontlines.
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Ontario budgets just $150M for wildfires despite burning through almost double last year
In 2025’s budget, Ontario allotted $135 million for its Emergency Forest Firefighting fund, but the province ended up spending double that: $271 million, according to this year’s budget. The same docu...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 15/07/2026
🚭 Next up: TEACH Educational Rounds! "Clearing the Smoke" — tobacco cessation & safety strategies for older adults with cognitive impairment 🧠 🗓️ July 22 | 12-1pm ET 🎤 Dr. Aviva Rostas & Marilyn White-Campbell Can't make it live? Catch the recording on our INTREPID Lab YouTube channel!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 10/06/2026
A 6-week multisite dTMS trial for tobacco use disorder (n=262) found small but significant increases in craving across sessions, with no habituation. Cue-induced craving did not predict quit outcomes and did not differ between treatment groups. Read our abstract below! #TobaccoResearch #camh
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 13/05/2026
📢 Join TEACH Educational Rounds on May 27, 12–1pm ET: “Youth Nicotine Vaping: Clinical Updates & Research Advances” with Dr. Kamna Mehra & Dr. Trisha Tulloch 🚭🧠 Free session + pre-learning assessment. Pre-register: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 08/05/2026
A 12-week virtual CBT-MET group reduced cannabis use, cravings, depression, and anxiety in adults with cannabis use disorder. Higher baseline cannabis use predicted greater reductions, while self-efficacy and co-occurring substance use also influenced outcomes. 🌿🧠
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 30/04/2026
📣 Calling all healthcare providers Want to better support youth & young adults with nicotine use? 🚭 Join our 13.5-hour accredited online course (May 20–June 17) & build practical skills. Sign up HERE👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
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Training Enhancement in Applied Cessation Counselling and Health (TEACH)
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 23/04/2026
Big thanks to our CAMH colleagues who visited our Intrepid Lab table at the Townhall Marketplace! 💜 We showcased our smoking cessation programs & had meaningful conversations about partnership. Looking forward to the work ahead! #CAMHTeam
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 22/04/2026
🔬 Our latest research quantifies drug harm across Canada using multi-criteria decision analysis. Key insight: this data can shape drug policies AND guide treatment resource allocation to improve how we approach the crisis. Check out the abstract below!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 21/04/2026
Have questions about vaping?💬Our expert panel is here to provide evidence-based insights and answers. Ask the Expert: A Vaping Q&A Wed, April 22 | 12-1 PM ET 🎯FREE to join Talk directly with Dr. Peter Selby and Dr. Milan Khara! 👉 Sign up: redcap.link/April2026TER...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 17/04/2026
📊Our latest study shows 25% of smoking cessation participants re-enrol—propensity, however, can vary across individuals. Using 10 years of Ontario data, we identified key predictors: nicotine dependence, mental illness & treatment history. Check out the abstract below!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 16/04/2026
In a recently published commentary by Dr. Nadia Minian we explore whether free vaping starter kits could help people quit smoking 🚭💨 & examine the “Swap to Stop” program and broader harm reduction approaches 💡 Read more HERE: doi.org/10.1111/add....
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Commentary on Buss et al.: State endorsement as a driver of vape‐assisted smoking cessation: Interpreting early evidence from Swap to Stop
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 16/04/2026
Nicotine e-cigarettes can help people quit smoking long-term—potentially be more effective than other options or no treatment. They can offer a potential harm reduction approach, but long-term safety is still being studied ⚠️ Read more: doi.org/10.1002/1465...
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Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation - Lindson, N - 2024 | Cochrane Library
Select your preferred language for Cochrane reviews and other content. Sections without translation will be in English.
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 15/04/2026
BETTER Life approach adapts a proven prevention program for adults 18–39 with low income 🩺 Participants found it helpful for goal-setting and building healthier habits, but barriers like competing priorities and access still challenge engagement 📊 Learn more in our abstract below!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 15/04/2026
The STOP Program by INTREPID Lab helps people quit smoking 🚭 with free nicotine replacement therapy 💊 and personalized support 🤝. Backed by research, it combines medication + counseling to improve success and long-term health ❤️. Start your quit journey today!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 10/04/2026
Did you know that brain & heart diseases share many risk factors?—but guidance on managing both together is limited. 🧠❤️ This paper brings together 10 expert groups + lived experience to develop 11 recommendations for better co-management. #Health #Research Check out the abstract below!
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 09/04/2026
📢 New publication alert The BETTER intervention—originally for older adults—is now adapted for younger people facing poverty, supporting prevention, screening, and healthy lifestyles.🏃‍♀️🎗️ See the attached paper for more details: doi: 10.1186/s40814-025-01754-x
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 08/04/2026
Want additional support to quit smoking? Join the University of Ottawa Heart Institute’s FREE weekly webinar on nicotine dependence—open to patients & families. Learn strategies, ask questions, and take a step toward better health. 💙 www.ottawaheart.ca/event/webina...
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Webinar: Nicotine Dependence
This educational class is suitable for patients who are using tobacco products or e-cigarettes, and their families.
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 01/04/2026
Thinking about quitting smoking? Take the First Week Challenge with the Canadian Cancer Society—quit for the first 7 days of the month for a chance to WIN $500 !! 💪 Start here: cancer.ca/en/living-wi...
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Get help to quit smoking
Our quit-line is a free, confidential service to help you quit smoking.
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 01/04/2026
🚭 Did you know? Cytisine has FEWER serious side effects than varenicline! Most are mild — think nausea or headaches — making it a well-tolerated option for quitting smoking! 💊✨ Read more here: doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 27/03/2026
🚭 Want to quit smoking? STOP on the Net offers Ontario residents FREE nicotine patches & gum delivered to your door — no clinic needed. Sign up online in minutes! 👉 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop-on-the-net #QuitSmoking #Ontario #PublicHealth
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Quit Smoking with STOP on the Net (SOTN)
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 24/03/2026
Enhance your skills with TEACH by CAMH 🎓 Free, flexible courses on tobacco cessation & vaping 💡 Designed for healthcare professionals ready to make a meaningful impact ❤️‍🩹 Learn more 👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 18/03/2026
A recent systematic review & meta-analysis found Cytisine boosts quit rates 🚭— in some cases outperforming placebo & NRT, and rivaling Varenicline. A potential low-cost & scalable option 🌍💊 Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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Cytisine for smoking cessation: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Cytisine is a smoking cessation medication. This systematic review incorporates recently published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to provide an u…
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 13/03/2026
Take a look at this testimonial from one of our TEACH learners: “TEACH courses have given me updated information and the tools I needed to support my patients better.” — Virginia, NP intrepidlab.ca/en/teach/
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 27/03/2025
Nearly 1.8 million Canadians vape and 42.4% of them made at least one quit attempt in the past year. Strategies to quit vaping (more videos coming): #vapingcessation
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 21/05/2025
Thinking about quitting smoking? Support is available. The STOP Program offers up to 26 weeks of free NRT through participating 402 sites across Ontario. Check with your local Family Health Team or Community Health Centre to see if they’re a STOP site. Learn More: intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/abou...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 05/03/2026
New study alert🚨 Our recent review shows e-cigarettes qualify as hazardous e-waste⚠️ Chemicals, metals, electronics in devices, & e-liquids harm land/aquatic life🌱 Disposable pods and unclear disposal guidelines further exacerbate the problem. Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1093/ntr/...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 04/03/2026
Join our upcoming TEACH Educational Rounds! Guiding Change: Using Motivational Interviewing to Address Vaping 🗓️ March 11, 2026 | 12–1pm ET 🎤 Presented by Rosa Dragonetti, MSc, RP, CTE 💲 FREE Register + complete pre-learning assessment: redcap.link/Mar2026TERReg
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 25/02/2026
Ready to quit smoking or vaping? 🚭 Join the STOP program for FREE support and tools to help you succeed. Ask your care provider how to get started & learn more here: intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/join... #QuitTogether #STOPProgram
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 19/02/2026
Channel your inner Olympian 🥇🔥 The Olympics are about pushing limits and going for gold — what if this was your moment to train for a smoke-free life? 🚭💪 Connect with your practitioner to join the STOP Program or learn more here: intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/join... #QuitSmoking #GoForGold
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 19/02/2026
This season of Lent and Ramadan✨ What could you give up? If smoking is on your list, make this your moment! 🚭💪 Start from the comfort of your couch with STOP on the Net 💻 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop... #FreshStart #QuitSmoking #NewSeason
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 19/02/2026
Ramadan, Lent and Lunar New Year all fall within this week! A powerful time of reflection, renewal and fresh starts. It’s the perfect moment to rethink your smoking habits and take action toward a healthier you 🚭💪 Wishing a meaningful start to the season to all who observe 🌸 #NewBeginnings
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 11/02/2026
Today is International Day of Women & Girls in Science 🔬✨ Intrepid Lab is proud to support women in STEM and celebrate the incredible women in NDS who drive discovery, implementation, and collaboration every day. Thank you—and to those who encouraged your journey. 💙 www.womeninscienceday.org
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 02/02/2026
This #BlackHistoryMonth, don’t miss our FREE, TEACH Educational Rounds panel on advancing smoking cessation in Black communities. 🗓 Feb 18, 12–1pm ET 🎙 Dr. Onye Nnorom, Brenda Osei-Boadi & Jama Yusuf 🔗 Register HERE: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 30/01/2026
Huge congrats to the INTREPID Lab team! 🎉 We’re grateful to be recognized again by BioTalent Canada as a 2026 I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employer. Honored to be included & we look forward to continuing our work in diversity, equity, inclusion & accessibility! #camh www.biotalent.ca/news/announc...
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Announcing the 2026 I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employers: Turning Action into Impact - BioTalent Canada
OTTAWA, January 27, 2026 — In an ever-evolving Canadian bio-economy, employers who embed inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) into their workplace culture are seeing measurable results: more innovation, stronger productivity and a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top talent. BioTalent Canada’s 2026 I.D.E.A.L. Bioscience Employers™ have exemplified these IDEA principles into real-world business...
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CTV News Ottawa @ctvnewsottawa.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Experts at Ottawa conference warn of youth vaping crisis, call for stronger regulation
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Experts at Ottawa conference warn of youth vaping crisis, call for stronger regulation
An event organized by the Ottawa Heart Institute brought health experts doctors together to discuss nicotine addiction at the Rogers Centre on Friday.
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 28/01/2026
📍 Last week, our team attended the 18th Annual Ottawa Conference: State-of-the-Art Clinical Approaches to Smoking Cessation. It was a great opportunity to connect, learn, and share work focused on supporting people to quit. More highlights to come👇 #SmokingCessation #PublicHealth #STOPProgram
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 28/01/2026
🎤Dr. Nadia Minian shared her current research at the conference, offering key insights to clinicians and researchers across the smoking cessation field. 👏 Proud to see all the hard work & dedication of our colleagues showcased at the conference! More great things on the horizon! #SmokingCessation
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 28/01/2026
📊🎓 Our very own INTREPID Lab graduate students also attended the Conference — Jessica, Kameron, and Amanda, working under Dr. Laurie Zawertailo, presented posters showcasing their ongoing smoking cessation research. #INTREPIDLab #HealthResearch #SmokingCessation
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 28/01/2026
🧠 Our YouthVast (Vaping, Alcohol, Substance Use & Technology) Dependence Program Team was on site at the 18th Annual Ottawa Conference: State-of-the-Art Clinical Approaches to Smoking Cessation, hosting a booth & sharing study results from our youth-focused research with attendees. #publichealth
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 13/01/2026
Flu cases have peaked in Canada but virus circulation remains higher than previous years. It's not too late to protect yourself. UHN infectious disease physician Dr. Alon Vaisman shares why it’s still worthwhile to get the flu vaccine. Read more in Toronto Star:
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Is it too late to get a flu shot? What do I need to know about the next wave? Your flu questions, answered
The percentage of flu tests that were positive reached a high of 33.3 per cent for the week ending Dec. 27, Canada's highest in three seasons.
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 26/01/2026
🔍Our recent publication results are in: People with physical multimorbidity have lower odds of quitting smoking compared to those without medical conditions. Findings point to the need for tailored cessation support. Read more in the visual abstract below! #SmokingCessation #PublicHealth
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 23/01/2026
📊New research from Intrepid Lab: A gender-specific smoking cessation app (MCP-W) was found to be feasible for women who smoke. Higher engagement=↑motivation, cigarettes/day ↓, and smoke-free days ↑. More interactive, supportive features could help reach more women.🧠📱Read more in the visual abstract:
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 22/01/2026
This week, our Intrepid staff were boots on the ground, handing out support prizes to raise awareness for STOP on the Net during National Non-Smoking Week! 🚭💙 #QuitSupport #NationalNonSmokingWeek”
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 21/01/2026
National Non-Smoking Week is a reminder that quitting is possible with the right support. STOP on the Net offers free, online smoking cessation support and free NRT by mail if eligible. Take the first step today and visit www.stoponthenet.ca
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Quit Smoking with STOP on the Net (SOTN)
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 20/01/2026
National Non-Smoking Week is a great time to plan your quit 📝 Identify triggers, set a goal, and get support with STOP on the Net—free online smoking cessation support with FREE NRT by mail if eligible! Learn more at www.stoponthenet.ca
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 19/01/2026
Quitting smoking doesn’t have to be done alone 💙 During National Non-Smoking Week, check out STOP on the Net-a free, accessible online program offering support and free NRT shipped to you if eligible! Learn more at www.stoponthenet.ca
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INTREPID Lab - CAMH @intrepidlab.ca · 16/01/2026
📄People with physical multimorbidity had 19% lower odds of quitting smoking—even with high motivation. Co-existing mental health conditions further reduced quit success. These findings highlight the need for tailored, intensive cessation support. Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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