VICTORIA - It's no secret that smoking is bad for us. But despite the facts, 123 Canadians die every day from tobacco related illness. Statistics show a large percentage of people with mental health issues smoke, but only 18% of the general population is addicted to nicotine. The Tobacco Fighters and Survivors Club at the Psychiatric Day Hospital in Victoria tries to help people kick their smoking habit to help them live longer lives. The program director says it is under funded and could use more money. She is hoping money raised at the Courtnall Celebrity Classic will help. The fundraiser's goal is to erase the stigma associated with mental illness and create awareness. For information about the Classic visit: www.courtnallclassic.org Follow Louise Hartland on Twitter - http
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