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Self-employed? Make filing easier with these tips from the CRA

Thursday, June 4, 2026
If you’re self-employed, tax season can feel overwhelming. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is here to help. Whether you’re a sole proprietor, freelancer, or running a small business, understanding your tax obligations is key to staying on track. Here’s what you need to know: continue reading

Summer Tanning & Skin Care Education

Wednesday, June 3, 2026
During the summer months especially, your guidance is more valuable than ever. Clients are spending more time outdoors, booking sessions for vacations, weddings, and weekend getaways, and may be less cautious about UV exposure overall. That’s why your role as a tanning professional and skin care educator becomes even more critical. Now is the time to double down on your commitment to helping clients achieve optimal results in the smartest, safest way possible. continue reading

The Sun Comes With Instructions, But We Deleted the First Half

Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Modern dermatology built its public posture on one isolated variable, that UV light damages DNA (which in and of itself is a lot more nuanced than it, therefore block it. It sounds like the logical and scientific, and the conclusion inevitably sells product. continue reading

Sunshine Month – Here’s a wrap up of this month’s highlights, giveaway winners will be announced soon!

Monday, June 1, 2026
We hope you enjoyed this year's Sunshine Month as much as we did! Thank you to those of you who shared your sunshine stories with us, attended our webinars, shared the information with colleagues and friends, and decided to test out how your vitamin D levels respond to this summer's sunshine. continue reading

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