Congratulations to Two New Residents in Nain Who Chose To Be Smoke Free
Submitted by Elsie Diamond from the Nunatsiavut Government
A celebration meal and wonderful stories were shared on Jan. 26, 2011 in Nain, Labrador for “The Smoking Challenge.” The challenge began on November 6, 2010, in partnership with the Nunatsiavut Government’s Department of Health and Social Development and the Community Youth Network.
In “The Smoking Challenge” Katie Winters lasted three hours; Bertha Saimat lasted two weeks; Johnny Ikkusek and Liz Pijogge are still quit smoking. Johnny and Liz each won an ipod Touch for their efforts. Way to go! |
The winners of “The Smoking Challenge”: Liz Pijogge and Johnny Ikkusek |
More Recollections and Stories
Toonik Tyme: Toonik Tyme Honouries are Featured
Toonik Tyme Festival. Iqaluit Nunavut, 2009
Our Ancestors Never Smoked...Elder's Reflections About How Tobacco Has Affected Inuit Communities: Book Review
International Journal of Circumpolar Health 66:1 2007
Iqaluit Elder Alicee Joamie's Recollections about Tobacco
In Touch, (National Indian and Inuit Community Health Representative Organization) Vol. 30, Winter 2006 Pg.
24
Suvaguuq: National Newsletter on Inuit Social and Cultural Issues
Volume XIV, Number 3, 2003
Tell us your story:
- What made you think about quitting smoking, chewing tobacco or snuff?
- How did you quit?
- Who or what helped you?
- What advice do you have for others thinking about quitting?
Tell us what happened at recent tobacco use reduction activities in your community? |
