Donation Opportunities

LEGACY GIVING

Remembering Melanoma Canada with a planned gift is a generous and thoughtful way to help us continue our mission to provide patient support and education, melanoma and skin cancer prevention and awareness initiatives.

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There are a number of ways to trust your legacy to Melanoma Canada

Giving Options

Gifts In Wills And Estates

No matter your age or life stage, creating a Will allows you to leave a legacy to protect loved ones and support causes you cherish. You can leave a legacy of hope, helping support future generations of melanoma and skin cancer patients to come, while helping you achieve significant tax savings for your estate.

Need help with the preparation of your will?

Contact your lawyer or visit

https://www.willfora.com/

https://www.willful.co/

Giving Options

Donate Securities & Mutual Funds

A donation of securities or mutual funds is the most efficient way to give charitably. Since capital gains taxes don’t apply, you can give more and get more. Plus, we make it easy to donate securities to one or many charities today.

Donate Securities

GIFT – PLUS ANNUITY

Donate a capital sum in return for regular donations at a specified rate for life.

CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST

Set aside a gift of money or property while receiving tax advantages and income from the trust.

GIFT OF LIFE INSURANCE

Gift of life insurance is an easy and affordable way to give a significant gift and claim immediate or ongoing tax deductions.

Ways to Give

More Information About Corporate Giving Please Contact:

Joanne Boland

Phone: toll free 1.877.560.8035 x109
Email: Jboland@melanomacanada.ca

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Upcoming Events

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Win a $25,000 Shade Sail

Help bring shade to where kids shine! Nominate a camp, community centre, daycare, park, recreation facility, or youth sports team to win a $25,000 custom shade structure from Shade Sails Canada. Each nomination is only $5 (tax receipt included), and there’s no limit—enter as many times as you want!

Nominate Today

7 Summits for Skin Cancer

Take on the World’s 7 Summits—No Climbing Required! Cover 43.29 km your way this February—walk, ski, skate, snowshoe, or bike. Complete the challenge in 28 days (just 1.5 km/day) while staying active, enjoying winter, and being sun safe. Register for only $25! Participants receive: personal fundraising Page with Strava to track your KM, digital 7 Summits badges + physical badge set, finisher sticker pack, pus: Weekly contests and giveaways!

Melanoma & Skin Cancer Virtual Support Group February 4th & 18th

Held every month our virtual meetings are led by Melanoma Canada's patient care specialist. Our group shares information, understanding, challenges, and tips. We provide an evening of encouragement, connection and support.

2026 Sun Guardian Grant is now open

The Sun Guardians Grant Program supports daycares, camps, recreation programs, and sports leagues for children and youth; enabling them to deliver sun safe solutions and reduce the risk of skin cancer. Grants are tailored to each recipient’s needs and may include: sunscreen, UPF clothing. shade structures. UV color-changing bracelets and stickers, sun safety training for staff, posters and a social media toolkit.

Apply Today

Take Action! Expand Access to Dermatologic Care

With just over 800 certified dermatologists serving a population of 40 million people in Canada, the current system is stretched beyond capacity. Meanwhile, demand continues to grow. Every Canadian deserves timely access to expert dermatologic care. By signing this petition, you're helping to push for real change—expanding access, investing in innovation, and training the specialists we need. Your voice matters. Let’s take action—because your skin health shouldn’t have to wait.

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Strides for Melanoma 2026 - FREE Registration until Feb. 28th

On Sunday, May 31st, Melanoma Canada will be hosting our annual Strides for Melanoma 5 KM walk, virtually across Canada. Your support will directly impact the lives of melanoma and skin cancer patients and help increase the awareness and prevention of this deadly disease.

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