To date there is not sufficient evidence that the potential benefits of e-cigarettes in helping Canadians to quit smoking outweigh the potential risks, Health Canada spokesperson Gary Holub told Global News in a written statement
For people making the switch from smoking, vaping makes sense as it replicates the sensation of inhaling and retains the feel of placing something between your lips
Keep an open mind and think about why you are choosing to make your own: more cost-effective, better for your family, less toxic
I first started when I was 15 years old
Tobacco giant Philip Morris International announced a radical rebranding idea this week which they said will focus on smoke-free products. The company which makes classic cigarette brands such as Marlboro, L&M and Parliament laid out their new vision in a manifesto that promised a much better choice than cigarette smoking. They also claimed products such as vapes and e-cigarettes would eventually replace cigarettes completely in the UK
Despite recognition that vaping is not 100 percent safe, it is believed that with effective regulation and quality benchmarks, risks can be minimised
