Telephone Assistance

Quit Specialists at the Canadian Cancer Society Smokers Helpline, are ready to help you quit.  Call the helpline it’s free, confidential, and most of all supportive.

Why should you call?

You want to quit

You’re thinking about quitting

You’re quit and need support

You’ve quit for awhile but not you’re smoking again

You don’t want to quit

You think you should quit sometime, but you’re not ready now

You want to support someone who wants to quit

What will you find out?

Withdrawal symptoms

Quitting methods

How to deal with slips or relapses

Managing stress

Dealing with cravings

Asking for support from others

When to call?

Monday to Thursday from 8am to 9pm

Fridays from 8am to 6pm

Weekends, 9am to 5pm

During other times or when the Quit Specialists are busy, simply leave a message and someone will get back to you quickly.

Who will you talk to?

A Quit Specialist one-on-one!  They have a track record of helping smokers quit and they won’t judge you.  They know what quitting is about and understand what you are going through.  They will answer you questions with up to date information and even advise you on strategies that might work for you.