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New vaping regulations: Steps in the right direction
July 8th, 2020
The Canadian Lung Association applauds today’s announcement of new regulations that would help protect youth from exposure to e-cigarette advertising and promotion.Youth vaping rates have doubled in the past year,...
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Health Charities call for relief as they support vulnerable Ontarians through COVID-19
May 13th, 2020
TORONTO- Health charities in Ontario are calling on the provincial government for immediate relief and long-term aid as they continue to support vulnerable populations through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. A group...
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Vaping among teens on the rise; Canadian Lung Association calls for immediate action
May 6th, 2020
Ottawa, ON - The Canadian Lung Association is gravely concerned about the continued increase in vaping rates among Canadian youth. A recently published study in JAMA Pediatrics Journal has shown that Canadian youth...
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Vaping among teens on the rise; Canadian Lung Association calls for immediate action
May 6th, 2020
Ottawa, ON - The Canadian Lung Association is gravely concerned about the continued increase in vaping rates among Canadian youth. A recently published study in JAMA Pediatrics Journal has shown that Canadian youth...
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Letter to the Prime Minister
April 1st, 2020
One week ago, we offered our help and support to The Prime Minister. Since then, we have delivered on our promise to be of service and a valuable resource in a time of crisis. We held a free webinar that connected...
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COVID-19 : FAQs
March 16th, 2020
What is the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)?Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?Most people who contract COVID-19 will have mild...
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Coronavirus: what you need to know
January 31st, 2020
Coronavirus refers to a family of viruses that can cause illness ranging from the common cold to more serious respiratory disease. The new coronavirus, associated with the outbreak in the region of Hubei, China had not...
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Response: Ontario Lung Association Departure
January 6th, 2020
After decades of fruitful collaboration, which began in 1945, the Ontario Lung Association is leaving the Canadian Lung Association. The Canadian Lung Association is the leading national non-profit organization with a...
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Clearing the vape haze: New regulations; health warnings signal positive first steps
December 19th, 2019
Ottawa, ON – Today’s announcement of new regulatory measures for vaping products signals a positive step in the long journey ahead to reduce vaping rates among youth. In the absence of comprehensive regulations, vaping...
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Board chairperson; CEO congratulate this year’s National Award Recipients
December 11th, 2019
Ottawa, ON - The Canadian Lung Association would like to congratulate all of the deserving recipients of our 2019 national awards. This year there were three awards presented across Canada – the Founders Award...
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