*educate Canadians about the dangers of smoking; *prevent people who do not smoke from beginning to smoke and becoming addicted to tobacco; *help people quit smoking; *promote the right of individuals to breathe air unpolluted by tobacco smoke; *denormalize thetobacco industry The tobacco industry comprises those persons and companies who are engaged in the growth, preparation for sale, shipment, advertisement, and distribution of tobacco and tobacco-related products. It is a global industry; tobacco can grow in any ..., tobacco industry marketing practices, tobacco products, and tobacco use; and *Assist in the attainment of a smoke-free society in Canada.
Weedless Wednesday
The Wednesday of National Non-Smoking Week is termed ''Weedless Wednesday''. Marijuana smokers are urged to refrain from smoking on this day. The intention is to kickstart the process of quitting smoking as well as gaining media coverage.See also
*References
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