UVA vs. UVB: Understanding the Sun’s Rays and Protecting Your Skin
Lauren Calicchia, HBSc., MD Student, University of Toronto What Is Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation? The sun emits rays called ultraviolet (UV) radiation. There are…
2026/07/17
Melanoma Canada and Rethink Reimagine Retro Beach Culture with “The Sun Cover” — A UV-Protective Book Sleeve Designed to Help Canadians Read Safely in the Sun
Toronto, ON — July 2026 — Just in time for the summer season, Melanoma Canada and creative agency Rethink are reviving a retro…
2026/07/06
Building Sun Safety Habits That Stick: The Science of Making Protection Automatic
by Lauren Calicchia, BSc. (Hons.), MD Student, University of Toronto Why Sun Safety Matters One of the leading causes of skin cancer…
2026/06/17
Men’s Health Month
Throughout the month of June, we celebrate Men’s Health Month! An estimated 70% of chronic health conditions in men are classified as…
2026/06/01
Melanoma Risk in Canada: Geography vs UV Exposure
By Lauren Calicchia, BSc. MD student University of Toronto What is Melanoma? Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that begins in…
2026/04/29
Why is Black the Colour of Melanoma?
Melanoma and skin cancer affects an estimated 91,000 Canadians each year, with melanoma being the deadliest form of skin cancer. It is…
2026/04/29
Your Guide to May Melanoma Awareness Month Activities
May is Melanoma Awareness Month, a month dedicated to educating people in Canada about the risks of melanoma and skin cancer, the…
2026/04/28
Join us on Melanoma Monday – May 4th
Melanoma Monday is observed on the first Monday in May – May 4th. It’s a national day of recognition to honour those…
2026/04/28
Leading Forward: Innovation, Advocacy, and Connection at Melanoma Canada
Message from the CEO, Falyn Katz At Melanoma Canada, our mission has always been clear: to support patients and caregivers, advocate for…
2026/04/16