Cessation: the fact or process of ending or being brought to an end
The Smoking Cessation Program is a “Stop” program run for you on an as needed basis. We partner with CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) to make this available to you.
Is this program for me?
If you are ready to quit…
The Stop Program provides smokers or recent ex-smokers:
How to join the STOP Program:
If you are a patient of the STAR Family Health Team and are currently using nicotine products or have used nicotine products in the past 30-days you are eligible to join the STOP program.
You can Self-enrol in the STOP program if you have an email address. Please contact 226-779-1187 and you will receive a web link to register online. Upon completion of the registration you are provided with a reference number that you must give to the team’s pharmacist at your *intake appointment. You will meet with our team’s pharmacist in-person, virtually or by-phone to receive treatment counselling which includes: assessment of smoking status, behavioural counselling, and the provision of NRT. To arrange this appointment, contact West End Pharmacy, Stratford (519- 273- 7200). It will take approximately 20- 30 minutes for this appointment.
Please note: Intake appointments must be completed within 45 days of enrolment
If you do not have an email and are unable to self-enrol, assistance will be provided. Please contact: 226-779-1187
Please contact 226-779-1187 and leave a message indicating you are interested in joining the STOP Program.