Canadian Skin Patient Alliance

Are you unsure about how to navigate life with a skin condition? If so, check out our Self-Empowerment Toolkit for useful tips and strategies to assist you throughout your journey. Find the full Self-Empowerment Toolkit here: ow.ly/lZq250QIs2r

🧠💪 May is Men’s Health Month – a time to raise awareness about the importance of physical & mental health for men of all ages, backgrounds, & identities. Too often, men delay seeking care or feel pressure to "tough it out." Taking care of yourself is a strength, not a weakness.

May is Melanoma Awareness Month and it is the most serious type of skin cancer — but also one of the most preventable & treatable when caught early. ✔️ Check your skin from head to toe ✔️ Learn ABCDEs of melanoma ✔️ Book a skin exam ✔️ Protect your skin from UV rays — every day

Have you noticed changes to your skin, hair, or nails after being exposed to wildfire smoke? CSPA is inviting you to share your personal experiences so we can better understand the impact of wildfire smoke and climate change. Reach out today and let your voice be heard!

May 12 – International Awareness Day for Chronic, Immunological & Neurological Diseases. We recognize the millions of people around the world living w conditions that are invisible, misunderstood, and misdiagnosed. From lupus to fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, multiple sclerosis, & more.

We’re hiring for Summer! Join us as a Fundraising Coordinator or a Health Promotion Program Officer and contribute to meaningful work that supports Canadians living with skin, hair, and nail conditions. 👉 Link:canadianskin.ca/about-us/who-w…

🦋💜 May 10 – World Lupus Day Lupus is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissues and organs — including the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and heart. It’s chronic, unpredictable, and disproportionately affects women, especially women of color.

Mental Health Awareness Week Skin conditions are more than skin deep. 🔹 76.5% report impacts on self-esteem 🔹 80% say social life is affected 🔹 38.1% have experienced suicidal thoughts Yet fewer than half access mental health support. Read more: canadianskin.ca/advocacy/advoc…

We Want to Hear Your Story! Are you a patient with an inspiring journey or unique experience related to your skin health? Whether it’s overcoming challenges, navigating treatments, or advocating for awareness, your story can inspire and educate others!

Nous voulons entendre votre histoire ! Êtes-vous un(e) patient(e) qui a un parcours inspirant ou une expérience unique liée à la santé de sa peau ?

We’re hiring for Summer! Join us as a Fundraising Coordinator or a Health Promotion Program Officer and contribute to meaningful work that supports Canadians living with skin, hair, and nail conditions. 👉 Link:canadianskin.ca/about-us/who-w…

Mental Health Awareness Week Skin conditions are more than skin deep. 🔹 76.5% report impacts on self-esteem 🔹 80% say social life is affected 🔹 38.1% have experienced suicidal thoughts Yet fewer than half access mental health support. Read more: canadianskin.ca/advocacy/advoc…

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This month, we celebrated many of the incredible volunteers who make a difference in the lives of those affected by skin conditions. Thank you for everything you do—you are the heart of our community!

CSPA is pleased to celebrate World Immunization Week 2026 Did you know that some skin diseases can be prevented by vaccines targeting the underlying viral or bacterial infection and that research is ongoing into vaccines for skin conditions like atopic dermatitis and acne.

Kimia Ameri, a UBC med student w lived experience, brings both personal insight & academic commitment to her advocacy. Her work supports awareness, education, & stigma reduction while reinforcing the importance of compassionate, patient-centred care.. canadianskin.ca/get-involved

Among these incredible volunteers is Natalie Kermany, an MD Candidate at Dalhousie University. She uses her lived experience with multiple conditions to raise awareness & foster community. canadianskin.ca/get-involved

Katya Peri brings a powerful dual perspective as both a patient & future physician at McGill University. She focuses on bridging the gap b/w clinical knowledge & lived experience, helping patients feel understood, empowered, & less alone in their journeys. canadianskin.ca/get-involved/v…

We are proud to honour the outstanding individuals who help bring our vision to life. Thank you, Elsa, for being a tireless advocate for change and for helping build a more equitable future for all patients. Check back daily as we spotlight volunteers. canadianskin.ca/get-involved/v…

We are proud to honour the outstanding individuals who help bring our vision to life. Thank you, Arrani, for being a tireless advocate for change and for helping build a more equitable future for all patients. Check back daily as we spotlight volunteers. canadianskin.ca/get-involved/v…

This National Volunteer Week, we are proud to honour the outstanding individuals who help bring our vision to life. Check back over the next couple of days as we spotlight some of our volunteers during National Volunteer Week. canadianskin.ca/get-involved/v…