Impact of Plain Packaging in Canada About This Report This report presents findings on the impact of plain packaging in Canada based on data collected from adult smokers before (2018) and after (2020) the introduction of plain packaging
The authors conclude that mentholated cigarettes are no more, and perhaps less, harmful than non-mentholated cigarettes
"Flavored tobacco is a leading gateway to smoking addiction for our youth, which is why we must come together as a community to protect our young people from what too often becomes a lifelong and life-threatening habit," Emanuel said
When nicotine is not readily available, a feeling of agitation settles in, as the smoker experiences disquieting anxiety until that dissipates after their next smoke
The legislation also increases the number of public "smoke-free places, vape-free places and heated tobacco-free places" to include hospitals, adult care homes, playgrounds, and schools, and bans vaping in vehicles with minors under the age of 18