There are quit smoking support services delivered by organizations in British Columbia that are not related to QuitNow. We have organized the local help by two health authorities. We attempt to update the list every six months. Please email quitnow@bclung.ca if you discover any errors or omissions in the directory.
Fraser
Dads in Gear
Contact Name: Dr. Joan L. Bottoroff
Contact Phone: 250-317-0810
Email: dadsingear.ok@ubc.ca
Website: dadsingear.ok.ubc.ca/
Description:
Description: Dads in Gear is an 8-week program focused on being a dad, being a healthy dad and being a smoke-free dad. One session per week, with food, childcare, and program gear provided. Check out the website for lots of great information and videos: dadsingear.ok.ubc.ca.
Other information: Also Dads in Gear Indigenous (10-week program offered with First Nations Health Authority). Check out this website for more information and new videos: dadsingearindigenous.ca.
Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre
Contact Names: Juhee Dewan and Reena Sumra
Contact Phone: 604-582-4565
Contact Emails: Reena.Sumra@fraserhealth.ca and Juhee.Dewan@fraserhealth.ca
Address: 1C - 9750 140 Street
City: Surrey
Postal Code: V3T 0G9
Description: The smoking cessation clinic is a comprehensive group program that guides clients to become smoke-free through education, behavioural support and counselling. All while being in a friendly environment! The Virtual program runs over a period of 12 weeks and will be held on Wednesdays at 4:30- 5:30pm. A referral is required from the physician or nurse practitioner.
Other information: We recognize that each person has different needs, motivators and preferences. Clients will have access to a physician and a mental health therapist as an ongoing resource.
Ridge Meadows Smoking Cessation Clinic
Contact Name: Stacy McNeilly
Contact Phone: 604-463-1820
Address: 11666 Laity Street
City: Maple Ridge
Postal Code: V2X 5A3
Description: This clinic offers small group education. The clinic is set up in the Pulmonary Rehab room at RMH and is free of charge. Individual smoking sessions either in person or virtually are also available. if referred by a physician.
Other information: Physician Support: Dr. Francis Ervin (Internal Medicine, Respirology) and Dr. Winston Tsui (Cardiology and Internal Medicine) support and refer patients to the clinic. The clinic accepts physician and self referrals Group Facilitators: The lead facilitator/educator is a Respiratory Therapist, Stacy McNeilly, who is a Certified Tobacco Educator. Her Respiratory colleagues Greg Skeeles, also a Certified Tobacco Educator, and Dave Wallace are also involved in the clinic. Facilitator/Educator Training: Smoking cessation training is required.
At RMH staff under took the following:
- Certified Tobacco Educator Course (Stacey and Greg)
- QuitNow full-day workshop conducted David Forbes, Pharmacist (multiple people as 10 were required to run the course)
- TEACH (Tobacco Enhancement in Applied Cessation Counselling and Health) (Stacey)
Those interested in attending the clinic can call 604-463-1820 for next available session. Ridge Meadows Hospital is located in Maple Ridge (11666 Laity St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 5A3).
Vancouver Coastal
Dads in Gear
Contact Name: Dr. Joan L. Bottoroff
Contact Phone: 250-317-0810
Email: dadsingear.ok@ubc.ca
Website: dadsingear.ok.ubc.ca/
Description: Dads in Gear is an 8-week program focused on being a dad, being a healthy dad and being a smoke-free dad. One session per week, with food, childcare, and program gear provided. Check out the website for lots of great information and videos: dadsingear.ok.ubc.ca.
Other information: Also Dads in Gear Indigenous (10-week program offered with First Nations Health Authority). Check out this website for more information and new videos: dadsingearindigenous.ca.
Tobacco Dependence Clinic - Downtown Community Health Centre
Contact Phone: 604-255-3151
Address: 569 Powell Street (Downtown Eastside)
City: Vancouver
Postal Code: V6A 1G8
Vancouver General Hospital Smoking Cessation Clinic
Contact Name: Dr Milan Khara
Contact Phone: 604-875-4800 Option 2
Contact Email: CessationClinic@vch.ca
Address: Gordon and Leslie Diamond Healthcare Centre, 6th Floor 2775 Laurel Street
City: Vancouver
Postal Code: V5Z 1M9
Description: The Smoking Cessation Clinic offers free and individualized treatment for tobacco use disorder. It is appropriate for those interested in making a quit attempt but also for those who may be simply exploring their options. This program is about the process of recovery which is unique to each individual. Each person will receive: *assessment by a doctor or nurse trained in treating tobacco use disorder*ongoing education, monitoring and counselling support *information about the options for smoking cessation medications.
Other information: Medications are not distributed through this program.
Drop-in Smoking Cessation Group
Address: Room 4166, Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver General Hospital, 2775 Laurel Street
City: Vancouver, B.C.
Postal Code: V5Z 1M9
Date: Every Wednesday, starting Oct. 19
Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Registration: no appointment is needed
Description: This free group meets in person to support people on their cessation journey. This group is most suitable for people living in Vancouver and surrounding communities interested in quitting smoking or vaping.
Other details: For more information, click here.
Province- Wide
Talk Tobacco
Description: Talk Tobacco offers culturally-appropriate support for quitting smoking, vaping and commercial tobacco use to Indigenous people and communities in British Columbia (BC).
Contact information:
Call a Quit Coach at 1-833-998-8255
Live Chat with a Coach at talktobacco.ca
Sign up for text support by texting CHANGE to 123456
Hours of operation:
Mon & Tues: 5:00am – 9:00pm
Wed & Thurs: 5:00am - 6:00pm
Fri: 5:00am – 3:00pm
Sat & Sun: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Statutory Holidays: Closed