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The Government of Canada Can be a Global Leader in Smoking Harm Reduction: RBH

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada should not miss the opportunity to position Canada as a leader when it comes to smoking harm reduction, one of Canada's leading tobacco and nicotine companies said today.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada should not miss the opportunity to position Canada as a leader when it comes to smoking harm reduction, one of Canada's leading tobacco and nicotine companies said today.
  • "There's no doubt Canada can be a global leader in reducing the harm caused by smoking, but it requires actionable steps, such as creating policy that differentiates between smoke-free products and cigarettes," said Trumpaitis.
  • According to RBH, government policy has not kept pace with the innovation of smoke-free products.
  • Cigarettes burn tobacco and create smoke, which contains high levels of harmful or potentially harmful chemicals – the primary cause of smoking related disease.

Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Highlights Achievements with its 2022 Sustainability Report

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), today, has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, Towards a Sustainable Future.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), today, has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, Towards a Sustainable Future.
  • The report outlines the company's leadership in areas such as addressing post-consumer waste, reducing its environmental footprint, and improving employee wellness.
  • To read RBH's 2022 Sustainability Report, Towards a Sustainable Future, please visit: https://www.rbhinc.ca/home/how-we-give-back
    Sustainability is at the heart of all of our actions as we undergo our tremendous business transformation and transition to a smoke-free future.
  • With science and innovation guiding the way, we can accelerate our shared vision for a smoke-free Canada and drive meaningful change.

The Canadian Vaping Association commends Saskatchewan’s proposed amendments to The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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BEAMSVILLE, Ontario, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Health is proposing amendments to The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act.

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  • BEAMSVILLE, Ontario, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Health is proposing amendments to The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act.
  • The proposed amendment will enable the province to take enforcement action that is aligned with the federal Tobacco and Vaping Products Act.
  • The CVA encourages additional amendments to The Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Act, these recommendations include:
    Strengthen regulations around where flavoured products can be sold.
  • These amendments would enable more proactive and stronger enforcement, while the consequence of losing authorization to sell vapour products would act as a powerful deterrent.

Canada Oral Tobacco, Nicotine Pouch and Heated Tobacco Regulation Report 2023 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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The "Canada: Oral Tobacco, Nicotine Pouch and Heated Tobacco Regulation" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Canada: Oral Tobacco, Nicotine Pouch and Heated Tobacco Regulation" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Based on this definition, the rules analysed here will be applicable to heated tobacco consumables and heated tobacco devices.
  • This report provides a detailed overview of heated tobacco regulation in Canada, at a federal level, covering all policy areas.
  • This report offers a summary of the current regulatory framework in place for oral tobacco and nicotine pouches in Canada, at a federal level.

Government of Canada announces Vaping Products Reporting Regulations

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced Vaping Products Reporting Regulations.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced Vaping Products Reporting Regulations.
  • These regulations require manufacturers to disclose information about their sales and the ingredients used in their vaping products to Health Canada.
  • The Vaping Products Reporting Regulations are similar to the Tobacco Reporting Regulations , in that they continue to provide Health Canada with information to help make policy decisions and develop effective tobacco control strategies.
  • The information collected through the Vaping Products Reporting Regulations will help inform policy work in support of the overall objectives of the Tobacco and Vaping Products Act, including to prevent vaping product use from leading to the use of tobacco products by young persons and people who do not smoke.

The Canadian Vaping Association says NDP Health Critic France Gélinas’ vaping bill is out of touch with regulatory realities

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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The bill would also require Ontario Health to prepare an annual report on vaping usage and fund research and awareness campaigns.

Key Points: 
  • The bill would also require Ontario Health to prepare an annual report on vaping usage and fund research and awareness campaigns.
  • The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) says it doesn’t oppose the bill’s proposal to restrict sales to specialty vape stores.
  • Specialty vape stores are the only age-restricted retailer of vaping products, requiring patrons to be at least 19 years old to enter the premises.
  • MPP Gélinas’ bill is a transparent attempt by an opposition member to capitalize on vaping misperceptions and gain political points.

The Canadian Vaping Association commends law enforcement for preventing sales of nicotine vaping products to youth

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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Additionally, Saanich police busted an operation that was targeting youth through the social media platform Snapchat to arrange sales of nicotine and cannabis products at middle and high schools.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Saanich police busted an operation that was targeting youth through the social media platform Snapchat to arrange sales of nicotine and cannabis products at middle and high schools.
  • The CVA is hopeful that charges will be laid under the federal Tobacco and Vaping Products Act (TVPA) and the Cannabis Act.
  • "Canada has robust regulation to prevent youth from acquiring vapour products and protect youth from inducements to vape.
  • The solution to preventing youth from illegally acquiring vape products is not more regulation, but more enforcement and resources dedicated to enforcement efforts.

The United States Nicotine Industry is Projected to Reach $110.6 Billion by 2027 - Shift Towards Next Generation Products Fuels the Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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The US nicotine market in 2021 was valued at US$84.78 billion.

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  • The US nicotine market in 2021 was valued at US$84.78 billion.
  • The market value is projected to reach US$110.63 billion by 2027.
  • Furthermore, the US nicotine market by volume is anticipated to reach 18.50 billion pieces in 2027.
  • People started consuming nicotine through next generation products such as vaping and heated tobacco products.

Canada has an Opportunity to be a Progressive, Global Leader in Eliminating Cigarettes: RBH

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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RBH has called for stricter rules and enforcement of age verification for the delivery and sale of nicotine products, including tougher penalties to prevent sales to minors.

Key Points: 
  • RBH has called for stricter rules and enforcement of age verification for the delivery and sale of nicotine products, including tougher penalties to prevent sales to minors.
  • However, making health comparisons between products is currently not permitted, which limits adult smokers' ability to make an informed choice.
  • Current regulations in Canada still restrict smoke-free alternatives and in many instances regulate them the same as cigarettes.
  • Currently, RBH employs nearly 800 people across the country with its headquarters in Toronto and a factory in Québec City.

The Canadian Vaping Association cautions that Quebec’s proposed vaping excise tax will harm public health objectives

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) has opposed the taxation of vaping products nationally due to the unintended consequences and increased risk to youth.

Key Points: 
  • The Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) has opposed the taxation of vaping products nationally due to the unintended consequences and increased risk to youth.
  • Increased costs for vaping products in line with cigarettes will not serve the nation’s goal of becoming free of combustible tobacco.
  • With Quebec announcing its intentions to join the excise regime, the tax rate paid by Quebecers will nearly double.
  • Smoking remains the leading cause of death and illness, and Quebec must ensure that its policy is in line with public health objectives.