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A century and a quarter reflection: The evolving tobacco threat

A century and a quarter reflection: The evolving tobacco threat This year marks the 125th anniversary of the Canadian Lung Association, a testament to our enduring fight for lung health. As we observe National Non

A note regarding misuse of the CLA name and brand

A note regarding misuse of the CLA name and brand It has come to our attention that Zymor, seller of the Futusly Herbal Lung Cleansing Inhaler, is falsely stating that the Canadian Lung Association (CLA) recommends this

New strategic plan released for Lung Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month and Radon Action Month. November 12 is World Pneumonia Day and November 20 is World COPD Day. With lungs being front and center in November

The Canadian Lung Association responds to proposed settlement in tobacco lawsuits

The Canadian Lung Association responds to proposed settlement in tobacco lawsuits For decades, the tobacco industry has knowingly and intentionally misled the public about the dangers of their products — products that

Canadian Lung Association action that will keep nicotine pouches out of the hands of children

Canadian Lung Association applauds action that will keep nicotine pouches out of the hands of children As of August 28, nicotine pouches will be available only behind the counter at pharmacies across Canada. Only mint

CLA chosen to nominate 50 individuals for a King Charles III Coronation Medal

CLA chosen to nominate 50 individuals for a King Charles III Coronation Medal The Canadian Lung Association is one of a select handful of national organizations that has been chosen by the Government of Canada to

CLA commends Canadian government’s step toward to tobacco industry accountability

CLA commends Canadian government’s step toward to tobacco industry accountability A cost-recovery fee for the tobacco industry has long been something that the Canadian Lung Association has called for. Today, the

CLA funds major research projects on wildfires, vaping

CLA funds major research projects on wildfires, vaping The Canadian Lung Association (CLA) is excited to announce that $4 million in funding has been awarded to two interdisciplinary research teams as part of the

American and Canadian lung associations collaborate across borders to reduce health impacts of wildfire smoke

American and Canadian lung associations collaborate across borders to reduce health impacts of wildfire smoke CHICAGO and OTTAWA – (June 4, 2024) – Fueled by the increasing effects of climate change, wildfire smoke has a

CLA reacts to Budget 2024

Strong measures announced to protect the lungs of the people of Canada CLA was pleased to see in Budget 2024, released Tuesday, April 16, reaffirmation of the Government's commitment to national pharmacare. The