INTREPID Lab - CAMH
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Official Account of INTREPID Lab at CAMH 🔬💡A leading hub for advancing smoking & vaping treatment, research, education, and digital health.
Visit us at🌐: https://intrepidlab.ca/en
Visit us at🌐: https://intrepidlab.ca/en
🚨Sept 16 | 12–1 PM ET: Join TEACH Educational Rounds with Dr. David Hammond, PhD, on:
Canada’s evolving nicotine market and tobacco control policy.
Register + complete the pre-learning assessment by Sept 15, 11:59 PM ET: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
Canada’s evolving nicotine market and tobacco control policy.
Register + complete the pre-learning assessment by Sept 15, 11:59 PM ET: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
September 16, 2026 at 4:38 PM
🚨Sept 16 | 12–1 PM ET: Join TEACH Educational Rounds with Dr. David Hammond, PhD, on:
Canada’s evolving nicotine market and tobacco control policy.
Register + complete the pre-learning assessment by Sept 15, 11:59 PM ET: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
Canada’s evolving nicotine market and tobacco control policy.
Register + complete the pre-learning assessment by Sept 15, 11:59 PM ET: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
Reducing alcohol use can make quitting smoking easier—but which strategies actually work? 🤔
A modified Delphi study identified the most effective behavior change techniques (BCTs) for a one-time, self-guided digital intervention. Read more about the findings below #SmokingCessation #AlcoholResearch
A modified Delphi study identified the most effective behavior change techniques (BCTs) for a one-time, self-guided digital intervention. Read more about the findings below #SmokingCessation #AlcoholResearch
July 31, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Reducing alcohol use can make quitting smoking easier—but which strategies actually work? 🤔
A modified Delphi study identified the most effective behavior change techniques (BCTs) for a one-time, self-guided digital intervention. Read more about the findings below #SmokingCessation #AlcoholResearch
A modified Delphi study identified the most effective behavior change techniques (BCTs) for a one-time, self-guided digital intervention. Read more about the findings below #SmokingCessation #AlcoholResearch
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From June: For at least the past 10 years, the province has underbudgeted for firefighting, sometimes spending twice what it planned — and firefighters say not allotting adequate funds translates to real impacts on the frontlines.
Ontario budgets just $150M for wildfires despite burning through almost double last year
In 2025’s budget, Ontario allotted $135 million for its Emergency Forest Firefighting fund, but the province ended up spending double that: $271 million, according to this year’s budget. The same docu...
www.nationalobserver.com
July 15, 2026 at 4:51 PM
From June: For at least the past 10 years, the province has underbudgeted for firefighting, sometimes spending twice what it planned — and firefighters say not allotting adequate funds translates to real impacts on the frontlines.
🚭 Next up: TEACH Educational Rounds! "Clearing the Smoke" — tobacco cessation & safety strategies for older adults with cognitive impairment 🧠
🗓️ July 22 | 12-1pm ET
🎤 Dr. Aviva Rostas & Marilyn White-Campbell
Can't make it live? Catch the recording on our INTREPID Lab YouTube channel!
🗓️ July 22 | 12-1pm ET
🎤 Dr. Aviva Rostas & Marilyn White-Campbell
Can't make it live? Catch the recording on our INTREPID Lab YouTube channel!
July 15, 2026 at 4:26 PM
🚭 Next up: TEACH Educational Rounds! "Clearing the Smoke" — tobacco cessation & safety strategies for older adults with cognitive impairment 🧠
🗓️ July 22 | 12-1pm ET
🎤 Dr. Aviva Rostas & Marilyn White-Campbell
Can't make it live? Catch the recording on our INTREPID Lab YouTube channel!
🗓️ July 22 | 12-1pm ET
🎤 Dr. Aviva Rostas & Marilyn White-Campbell
Can't make it live? Catch the recording on our INTREPID Lab YouTube channel!
A 6-week multisite dTMS trial for tobacco use disorder (n=262) found small but significant increases in craving across sessions, with no habituation.
Cue-induced craving did not predict quit outcomes and did not differ between treatment groups.
Read our abstract below! #TobaccoResearch #camh
Cue-induced craving did not predict quit outcomes and did not differ between treatment groups.
Read our abstract below! #TobaccoResearch #camh
June 10, 2026 at 3:19 PM
A 6-week multisite dTMS trial for tobacco use disorder (n=262) found small but significant increases in craving across sessions, with no habituation.
Cue-induced craving did not predict quit outcomes and did not differ between treatment groups.
Read our abstract below! #TobaccoResearch #camh
Cue-induced craving did not predict quit outcomes and did not differ between treatment groups.
Read our abstract below! #TobaccoResearch #camh
📢 Join TEACH Educational Rounds on May 27, 12–1pm ET: “Youth Nicotine Vaping: Clinical Updates & Research Advances” with Dr. Kamna Mehra & Dr. Trisha Tulloch 🚭🧠 Free session + pre-learning assessment. Pre-register: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
May 13, 2026 at 4:39 PM
📢 Join TEACH Educational Rounds on May 27, 12–1pm ET: “Youth Nicotine Vaping: Clinical Updates & Research Advances” with Dr. Kamna Mehra & Dr. Trisha Tulloch 🚭🧠 Free session + pre-learning assessment. Pre-register: edc.camhx.ca/redcap/surve...
A 12-week virtual CBT-MET group reduced cannabis use, cravings, depression, and anxiety in adults with cannabis use disorder. Higher baseline cannabis use predicted greater reductions, while self-efficacy and co-occurring substance use also influenced outcomes. 🌿🧠
May 8, 2026 at 7:08 PM
A 12-week virtual CBT-MET group reduced cannabis use, cravings, depression, and anxiety in adults with cannabis use disorder. Higher baseline cannabis use predicted greater reductions, while self-efficacy and co-occurring substance use also influenced outcomes. 🌿🧠
📣 Calling all healthcare providers
Want to better support youth & young adults with nicotine use? 🚭
Join our 13.5-hour accredited online course (May 20–June 17) & build practical skills.
Sign up HERE👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Want to better support youth & young adults with nicotine use? 🚭
Join our 13.5-hour accredited online course (May 20–June 17) & build practical skills.
Sign up HERE👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Training Enhancement in Applied Cessation Counselling and Health (TEACH)
teach.camhx.ca
April 30, 2026 at 2:43 PM
📣 Calling all healthcare providers
Want to better support youth & young adults with nicotine use? 🚭
Join our 13.5-hour accredited online course (May 20–June 17) & build practical skills.
Sign up HERE👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Want to better support youth & young adults with nicotine use? 🚭
Join our 13.5-hour accredited online course (May 20–June 17) & build practical skills.
Sign up HERE👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Big thanks to our CAMH colleagues who visited our Intrepid Lab table at the Townhall Marketplace! 💜
We showcased our smoking cessation programs & had meaningful conversations about partnership.
Looking forward to the work ahead! #CAMHTeam
We showcased our smoking cessation programs & had meaningful conversations about partnership.
Looking forward to the work ahead! #CAMHTeam
April 23, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Big thanks to our CAMH colleagues who visited our Intrepid Lab table at the Townhall Marketplace! 💜
We showcased our smoking cessation programs & had meaningful conversations about partnership.
Looking forward to the work ahead! #CAMHTeam
We showcased our smoking cessation programs & had meaningful conversations about partnership.
Looking forward to the work ahead! #CAMHTeam
🔬 Our latest research quantifies drug harm across Canada using multi-criteria decision analysis.
Key insight: this data can shape drug policies AND guide treatment resource allocation to improve how we approach the crisis.
Check out the abstract below!
Key insight: this data can shape drug policies AND guide treatment resource allocation to improve how we approach the crisis.
Check out the abstract below!
April 22, 2026 at 2:57 PM
🔬 Our latest research quantifies drug harm across Canada using multi-criteria decision analysis.
Key insight: this data can shape drug policies AND guide treatment resource allocation to improve how we approach the crisis.
Check out the abstract below!
Key insight: this data can shape drug policies AND guide treatment resource allocation to improve how we approach the crisis.
Check out the abstract below!
Have questions about vaping?💬Our expert panel is here to provide evidence-based insights and answers.
Ask the Expert: A Vaping Q&A
Wed, April 22 | 12-1 PM ET
🎯FREE to join
Talk directly with Dr. Peter Selby and Dr. Milan Khara!
👉 Sign up: redcap.link/April2026TER...
Ask the Expert: A Vaping Q&A
Wed, April 22 | 12-1 PM ET
🎯FREE to join
Talk directly with Dr. Peter Selby and Dr. Milan Khara!
👉 Sign up: redcap.link/April2026TER...
April 21, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Have questions about vaping?💬Our expert panel is here to provide evidence-based insights and answers.
Ask the Expert: A Vaping Q&A
Wed, April 22 | 12-1 PM ET
🎯FREE to join
Talk directly with Dr. Peter Selby and Dr. Milan Khara!
👉 Sign up: redcap.link/April2026TER...
Ask the Expert: A Vaping Q&A
Wed, April 22 | 12-1 PM ET
🎯FREE to join
Talk directly with Dr. Peter Selby and Dr. Milan Khara!
👉 Sign up: redcap.link/April2026TER...
📊Our latest study shows 25% of smoking cessation participants re-enrol—propensity, however, can vary across individuals.
Using 10 years of Ontario data, we identified key predictors: nicotine dependence, mental illness & treatment history.
Check out the abstract below!
Using 10 years of Ontario data, we identified key predictors: nicotine dependence, mental illness & treatment history.
Check out the abstract below!
April 17, 2026 at 2:49 PM
📊Our latest study shows 25% of smoking cessation participants re-enrol—propensity, however, can vary across individuals.
Using 10 years of Ontario data, we identified key predictors: nicotine dependence, mental illness & treatment history.
Check out the abstract below!
Using 10 years of Ontario data, we identified key predictors: nicotine dependence, mental illness & treatment history.
Check out the abstract below!
In a recently published commentary by Dr. Nadia Minian
we explore whether free vaping starter kits could help people quit smoking 🚭💨 & examine the “Swap to Stop” program and broader harm reduction approaches 💡
Read more HERE: doi.org/10.1111/add....
we explore whether free vaping starter kits could help people quit smoking 🚭💨 & examine the “Swap to Stop” program and broader harm reduction approaches 💡
Read more HERE: doi.org/10.1111/add....
Commentary on Buss et al.: State endorsement as a driver of vape‐assisted smoking cessation: Interpreting early evidence from Swap to Stop
Click on the article title to read more.
doi.org
April 16, 2026 at 4:59 PM
In a recently published commentary by Dr. Nadia Minian
we explore whether free vaping starter kits could help people quit smoking 🚭💨 & examine the “Swap to Stop” program and broader harm reduction approaches 💡
Read more HERE: doi.org/10.1111/add....
we explore whether free vaping starter kits could help people quit smoking 🚭💨 & examine the “Swap to Stop” program and broader harm reduction approaches 💡
Read more HERE: doi.org/10.1111/add....
Nicotine e-cigarettes can help people quit smoking long-term—potentially be more effective than other options or no treatment.
They can offer a potential harm reduction approach, but long-term safety is still being studied ⚠️
Read more: doi.org/10.1002/1465...
They can offer a potential harm reduction approach, but long-term safety is still being studied ⚠️
Read more: doi.org/10.1002/1465...
Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation - Lindson, N - 2024 | Cochrane Library
Select your preferred language for Cochrane reviews and other content. Sections without translation will be in English.
doi.org
April 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Nicotine e-cigarettes can help people quit smoking long-term—potentially be more effective than other options or no treatment.
They can offer a potential harm reduction approach, but long-term safety is still being studied ⚠️
Read more: doi.org/10.1002/1465...
They can offer a potential harm reduction approach, but long-term safety is still being studied ⚠️
Read more: doi.org/10.1002/1465...
BETTER Life approach adapts a proven prevention program for adults 18–39 with low income 🩺
Participants found it helpful for goal-setting and building healthier habits, but barriers like competing priorities and access still challenge engagement 📊
Learn more in our abstract below!
Participants found it helpful for goal-setting and building healthier habits, but barriers like competing priorities and access still challenge engagement 📊
Learn more in our abstract below!
April 15, 2026 at 4:09 PM
BETTER Life approach adapts a proven prevention program for adults 18–39 with low income 🩺
Participants found it helpful for goal-setting and building healthier habits, but barriers like competing priorities and access still challenge engagement 📊
Learn more in our abstract below!
Participants found it helpful for goal-setting and building healthier habits, but barriers like competing priorities and access still challenge engagement 📊
Learn more in our abstract below!
The STOP Program by INTREPID Lab helps people quit smoking 🚭 with free nicotine replacement therapy 💊 and personalized support 🤝.
Backed by research, it combines medication + counseling to improve success and long-term health ❤️. Start your quit journey today!
Backed by research, it combines medication + counseling to improve success and long-term health ❤️. Start your quit journey today!
April 15, 2026 at 2:09 PM
The STOP Program by INTREPID Lab helps people quit smoking 🚭 with free nicotine replacement therapy 💊 and personalized support 🤝.
Backed by research, it combines medication + counseling to improve success and long-term health ❤️. Start your quit journey today!
Backed by research, it combines medication + counseling to improve success and long-term health ❤️. Start your quit journey today!
Did you know that brain & heart diseases share many risk factors?—but guidance on managing both together is limited. 🧠❤️
This paper brings together 10 expert groups + lived experience to develop 11 recommendations for better co-management. #Health #Research
Check out the abstract below!
This paper brings together 10 expert groups + lived experience to develop 11 recommendations for better co-management. #Health #Research
Check out the abstract below!
April 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
📢 New publication alert
The BETTER intervention—originally for older adults—is now adapted for younger people facing poverty, supporting prevention, screening, and healthy lifestyles.🏃♀️🎗️
See the attached paper for more details:
doi: 10.1186/s40814-025-01754-x
The BETTER intervention—originally for older adults—is now adapted for younger people facing poverty, supporting prevention, screening, and healthy lifestyles.🏃♀️🎗️
See the attached paper for more details:
doi: 10.1186/s40814-025-01754-x
April 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM
📢 New publication alert
The BETTER intervention—originally for older adults—is now adapted for younger people facing poverty, supporting prevention, screening, and healthy lifestyles.🏃♀️🎗️
See the attached paper for more details:
doi: 10.1186/s40814-025-01754-x
The BETTER intervention—originally for older adults—is now adapted for younger people facing poverty, supporting prevention, screening, and healthy lifestyles.🏃♀️🎗️
See the attached paper for more details:
doi: 10.1186/s40814-025-01754-x
Want additional support to quit smoking? Join the University of Ottawa Heart Institute’s FREE weekly webinar on nicotine dependence—open to patients & families.
Learn strategies, ask questions, and take a step toward better health. 💙
www.ottawaheart.ca/event/webina...
Learn strategies, ask questions, and take a step toward better health. 💙
www.ottawaheart.ca/event/webina...
Webinar: Nicotine Dependence
This educational class is suitable for patients who are using tobacco products or e-cigarettes, and their families.
www.ottawaheart.ca
April 8, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Want additional support to quit smoking? Join the University of Ottawa Heart Institute’s FREE weekly webinar on nicotine dependence—open to patients & families.
Learn strategies, ask questions, and take a step toward better health. 💙
www.ottawaheart.ca/event/webina...
Learn strategies, ask questions, and take a step toward better health. 💙
www.ottawaheart.ca/event/webina...
Thinking about quitting smoking?
Take the First Week Challenge with the Canadian Cancer Society—quit for the first 7 days of the month for a chance to WIN $500 !! 💪
Start here: cancer.ca/en/living-wi...
Take the First Week Challenge with the Canadian Cancer Society—quit for the first 7 days of the month for a chance to WIN $500 !! 💪
Start here: cancer.ca/en/living-wi...
Get help to quit smoking
Our quit-line is a free, confidential service to help you quit smoking.
cancer.ca
April 1, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Thinking about quitting smoking?
Take the First Week Challenge with the Canadian Cancer Society—quit for the first 7 days of the month for a chance to WIN $500 !! 💪
Start here: cancer.ca/en/living-wi...
Take the First Week Challenge with the Canadian Cancer Society—quit for the first 7 days of the month for a chance to WIN $500 !! 💪
Start here: cancer.ca/en/living-wi...
🚭 Did you know? Cytisine has FEWER serious side effects than varenicline! Most are mild — think nausea or headaches — making it a well-tolerated option for quitting smoking! 💊✨
Read more here:
doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
Read more here:
doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
Redirecting
doi.org
April 1, 2026 at 5:11 PM
🚭 Did you know? Cytisine has FEWER serious side effects than varenicline! Most are mild — think nausea or headaches — making it a well-tolerated option for quitting smoking! 💊✨
Read more here:
doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
Read more here:
doi.org/10.1016/j.dr...
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👉 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop-on-the-net
#QuitSmoking #Ontario #PublicHealth
👉 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop-on-the-net
#QuitSmoking #Ontario #PublicHealth
Quit Smoking with STOP on the Net (SOTN)
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March 27, 2026 at 6:11 PM
🚭 Want to quit smoking? STOP on the Net offers Ontario residents FREE nicotine patches & gum delivered to your door — no clinic needed. Sign up online in minutes!
👉 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop-on-the-net
#QuitSmoking #Ontario #PublicHealth
👉 intrepidlab.ca/en/stop/stop-on-the-net
#QuitSmoking #Ontario #PublicHealth
Enhance your skills with TEACH by CAMH 🎓
Free, flexible courses on tobacco cessation & vaping 💡
Designed for healthcare professionals ready to make a meaningful impact ❤️🩹
Learn more 👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Free, flexible courses on tobacco cessation & vaping 💡
Designed for healthcare professionals ready to make a meaningful impact ❤️🩹
Learn more 👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Training Enhancement in Applied Cessation Counselling and Health (TEACH)
teach.camhx.ca
March 24, 2026 at 6:38 AM
Enhance your skills with TEACH by CAMH 🎓
Free, flexible courses on tobacco cessation & vaping 💡
Designed for healthcare professionals ready to make a meaningful impact ❤️🩹
Learn more 👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
Free, flexible courses on tobacco cessation & vaping 💡
Designed for healthcare professionals ready to make a meaningful impact ❤️🩹
Learn more 👉 teach.camhx.ca/moodle/
A recent systematic review & meta-analysis found Cytisine boosts quit rates 🚭— in some cases outperforming placebo & NRT, and rivaling Varenicline.
A potential low-cost & scalable option 🌍💊
Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
A potential low-cost & scalable option 🌍💊
Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Cytisine for smoking cessation: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Cytisine is a smoking cessation medication. This systematic review incorporates recently published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to provide an u…
www.sciencedirect.com
March 18, 2026 at 2:42 PM
A recent systematic review & meta-analysis found Cytisine boosts quit rates 🚭— in some cases outperforming placebo & NRT, and rivaling Varenicline.
A potential low-cost & scalable option 🌍💊
Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
A potential low-cost & scalable option 🌍💊
Learn more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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— Virginia, NP intrepidlab.ca/en/teach/
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— Virginia, NP intrepidlab.ca/en/teach/
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March 13, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Take a look at this testimonial from one of our TEACH learners:
“TEACH courses have given me updated information and the tools I needed to support my patients better.”
— Virginia, NP intrepidlab.ca/en/teach/
“TEACH courses have given me updated information and the tools I needed to support my patients better.”
— Virginia, NP intrepidlab.ca/en/teach/