In the News

It’s Official: Vitamin D Reduces the Incidence of Autoimmunity

Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The Harvard led Vitamin D and Omega 3 trial (VITAL), involving 12,786 men 50 years or older and 13,085 women 55 years or older, recently published findings showing a meaningful (22%) and statistically significant reduction in the incidence of autoimmune disease in older adults taking 2000 IU (50 mcg) per day for 5 years continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 258

Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 258   http://energysiren.co.ke/2021/12/06/lenses-for-myopia-control-market-future-prospects-analysis-2021-2028-zeiss-hoya-corporation-ovctek/ It is a shame that myopia in children is not prevented before it starts. It does not take a rocket scientist to determine that myopia results from lack of sun exposure. Consider this: Research shows that the prevalence of myopia among Chinese children living in Singapore is 29.1%, whereas its prevalence among Chinese children living in Sydney, Australia is only 3.3%.… continue reading

Are You Suffering from “Sunshine Deficiency?”

Friday, February 18, 2022
Key Points The vitamin D level is often used as a measurement for sun exposure, and especially for those who don’t supplement with vitamin D, a vitamin D deficiency can also indicate “sunshine deficiency” Sunlight contains different wavelengths of light, emitting multiple types of energy, including red, near infrared, far infrared, and blue light, each of which offers some unique health effects Getting regular sun exposure can be beneficial to your health, but to avoid risks of overexposure to the sun, take care not to burn! continue reading

Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 257

Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Sunlight Institute Responses to Sun Articles 257   https://tribune.com.pk/story/2332092/five-ways-to-battle-winter-blues I was happy to see that you mentioned the need for sunlight to fight winter blues. Winter or summer, we need to get plenty of non-burning sunlight daily. Even if it is cold outside, the sunlight will enter the eyes and reset the circadian rhythms.… continue reading

Ontario’s Safe Employers Receiving up to $1.5 Billion Rebate

Wednesday, February 16, 2022
This rebate will give 300,000 businesses back approximately 30 per cent of their annual premium payments, helping create new jobs and allowing for bigger paycheques for workers continue reading

Why Join?

Salon owners – it's time to join forces and make a mark in the tanning industry. To maintain and develop a prosperous indoor tanning industry in Canada by educating Canadians on how to maximize the benefits while minimizing the manageable risks of responsible UV exposure. We will pursue continuous improvement of the perception of tanning amongst Canadians through scientific facts and research that support indoor tanning as an intelligent, controlled choice for UV exposure.

Benefits of Becoming a JCTA Member

Here are some good reasons for you to join!

  • Insurance Discounts
  • Government Relations
  • Media Relations
  • Scientific Research
  • Member Resources
  • Business Growth
  • Consumer Confidence
  • Positive Marketing
register now