Does Walmart Canada Sell Cigarettes? Straight Answer for 2026
Walmart Canada does not sell cigarettes, cigars, or vapes. Here is why the chain stopped stocking tobacco, and where Canadians actually buy smokes now.
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Does Costco Sell Cigarettes? What Canadians Need to Know
If you smoke and love a bulk bargain, it is a natural question: does Costco sell cigarettes? The short answer for most shoppers is no. Costco once sold cartons of cigarettes at some of the best prices around, but over the past decade the warehouse giant has quietly pulled tobacco from nearly all of its […]
Candy Cigarettes: The Sweet, Strange History of a Classic Treat
Few treats spark instant nostalgia quite like candy cigarettes. If you grew up in Canada anytime between the 1950s and the 1990s, chances are you remember pulling a chalky white stick out of a little cardboard box, holding it between two fingers, and pretending to be one of the grown-ups. Today, those same candies still […]
History of the Canadian Tobacco Industry: From First Nations to Today
A clear walk-through of 400+ years of Canadian tobacco history, from Indigenous cultivation to today’s mix of Big Tobacco, Native cigarettes, and online retail.
Did Snoop Dogg Quit Smoking?
Snoop Dogg is a celebrated personality who’s been closely associated with smoking culture for decades. From music videos and public appearances to interviews and business ventures, smoking has long been part of his public persona. This is especially true regarding marijuana, which has become almost inseparable from the rapper’s global brand and image. As a […]
Court Upholds the Definition of Premium Cigar, Including Flavoured Cigars
The decades-long lawsuit that was filed by the cigar industry against the FDA’s regulation, Cigar Association of America et al. v. United States Food and Drug Administration et al., may have reached a conclusion on April 15, 2026, although its outcome remains uncertain. The lawsuit, which was filed in July 2016, was effectively resolved in […]
Tobacco Exec in CDC Leadership: 2026 Appointment Controversy
Stephen Sayle spent years working for Fontem Ventures, a subsidiary of British American Tobacco that focuses on e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. Last month, he was appointed deputy director for legislative affairs at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For many in the public health community, the move raises an uncomfortable question: what is […]
Understanding How Smoking Affects Oral Health
Oral health is an essential part of overall well-being, yet it’s often overlooked by many people until problems occur. Among the many lifestyle factors that influence oral health is smoking, as it remains one of the most significant and preventable causes of dental and gum-related issues. Smoking cigarettes, cigars, or other tobacco products allows harmful […]
How to Protect Kids from Secondhand Smoke
Cigarette smoke has been recognized as dangerous due to the harmful effects it can cause to one’s health. The same thing can be expected when exposed to secondhand smoke, especially for babies and children who still have developing lungs and an immune system. Therefore, protecting children from secondhand smoke is one of the most vital […]
Why Do I Smell Cigarette Smoke When There Is None
At some point, you may notice an odd phenomenon: the unmistakable scent of cigarette smoke lingering in the air even when no one around you is smoking. This experience can be unsettling, especially if you’re a non-smoker or if you have been smoke-free for years. This article by North Nation Smokes explores the underlying causes […]