Indicator 3.a.1 Age-standardized prevalence of current tobacco use among persons aged 15 years and older

Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Target 3.a: Strengthen the implementation of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control in all countries, as appropriate

Indicator 3.a.1: Age-standardized prevalence of current tobacco use among persons aged 15 years and older

The indicator is defined as the percentage of the population aged 15 years and over who currently use any tobacco product (smoked and/or smokeless tobacco) on a daily or non-daily basis.

The data provided by Health Canada for indicator 3.a.1 reflects the prevalence for each age group and for the overall population as opposed to age-standardized prevalence.

Data prior to 2019 is available at Source 1, while data from 2019 onwards can be accessed at Source 2.

Data were readily available to report on this indicator as specified by the metadata. Please refer to the sources to access additional information on the metadata or source.