Tobacco Reduction Program
Making a change in your tobacco use can seem intimidating and impossible at times, but we are here to support you on your journey. The MNA’s Tobacco Reduction Program is a multidimensional health promotion initiative that offers Métis Albertans aged 18+ a variety of support options to help them reduce or quit their commercial tobacco use.
QuitCore
QuitCore is a 12-hour virtual program that focuses on a variety of topics, including nicotine dependence, reduction techniques, nutrition, physical activity, and stress management, and provides participants with numerous resources, tools, and tips. Graduates of this group program receive a ‘QuitKit’ and are eligible for a $500 Alberta Blue Cross benefits card. This card can be used for nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) such as nicotine gum, lozenges, spray, patches, inhalers, and cessation medications.
QuitRetreat
QuitRetreat is a place for QuitCore graduates and their families to gather at Métis Crossing for a weekend of celebration and connection with community, culture, and the land.
Land-Based QuitCore Program
Land-based QuitCore condenses the content from our virtual QuitCore Group Program into a weekend gathering at Métis Crossing. This pilot program offers Métis Citizens the opportunity to practice tobacco reduction tools, learn about NRTs, all while connecting with the land and Métis culture.
Upcoming QuitCore Sessions
All Events
NRT Program is QuitCore condensed into a 3-session virtual program offered to Métis Albertans who are looking to access NRTs to support their commercial tobacco reduction goals, without committing to the full 12-hour QuitCore group program. Graduates are eligible to receive a $500 Alberta Blue Cross benefits card that can be used to access NRTs and cessation medications.
Upcoming Nicotine Replacement Therapy Program Dates
All Events
ChangeCore is our weekly peer-led commercial tobacco support group, led by QuitCore graduates who become Peer Support Leaders. This peer support group provides a space for Métis Citizens on a tobacco reduction journey to connect and support each other virtually.