In the News

Celebrate Vitamin D Day on November 2nd

Thursday, October 20, 2016
Vitamin D Day was created in 2009 in an effort to spread awareness on vitamin D and safe, sensible sun exposure. continue reading

Discovery of Vitamin D for Prevention or is it Sunlight?

Thursday, October 13, 2016
Epidemiologists at Johns Hopkins University in the late 1980's and the University of California San Diego in the 1990's, discovered that women who live in sunny places are relatively immune to breast cancer. continue reading

How much vitamin D do adolescents need?

Thursday, October 13, 2016
While reviewing these findings, there are several important factors to note. First, a dose of 1,200 IU daily was required to achieve a vitamin D status of merely 20 ng/ml in 97.5% of the population. Remember, this status allows for optimal bone health, but research has found levels above 30 ng/ml provide additional benefits, potentially reducing one’s risk of cancer, among other diseases. continue reading

New American Suntanning Association President

Thursday, October 13, 2016
It’s official; Melinda Norton will be taking over as the new President of the American Suntanning Association. Norton comes with business experience from outside the industry, with eight years as retail district manager for a national jewelry company and, of course, inside with six years as the President of Larry Paul Tanning Spa. continue reading

Understanding the Base Tan

Thursday, October 13, 2016
We think the Skin Cancer Foundation’s claim deserves a second opinion. How about 30 million second opinions? 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