Upcoming Events
Monthly Patient Fireside Chats – How to work with your care team and advocate for yourself
ZoomJoin our Monthly Patient Fireside Chats which will have a small standing group of core hosts & new topics every first Thursday of the month. These fireside chats are for those looking for support that can be vital to the healing process.
Ocular Melanoma Patient & Caregiver Symposium
Happening virtually over two days, April 15 & 16, 2023, the first Canadian OM Patient & Caregiver Symposium will include presentations by Canada's leading experts in Ocular Oncology and patients living with Primary and Metastatic Ocular Melanoma. Stay tuned for more details and registration!
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A Viking’s Challenge 2023 Recap
A Viking’s Challenge 4th Edition was March 4 & 5 and we couldn’t be happier with how the event unfolded. In total, 36 people participated, running a combined total of…
I’m Living Proof
The I’m Living Proof initiative is a program intended to provide a wealth of information, resources, and support to those touched by the disease, while also connecting you to a community of survivors who have shared their stories.
This initiative is borne from Save Your Skin Founder Kathy’s desire to ensure that those diagnosed with melanoma know that surviving melanoma is possible –“I’m Living Proof.”
To connect with patients or to share your own story, visit our map and reach for the stars.
Our Story
Save Your Skin Foundation (SYSF) is a patient-led organization dedicated to the fight against non-melanoma skin cancers, melanoma, and ocular melanoma through education, advocacy, and awareness initiatives across Canada. SYSF provides a community of oncology patient and caregiver support throughout the entire continuum of care, from prevention and diagnosis to survivorship.
Learn MoreTogether We Can Make A Difference
Since 2006, Save Your Skin Foundation has worked to raise awareness of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers focusing on education, support, and improved patient care.