Member Updates

Check the weblink to Grass Roots Health. There is a link to a Graph that show how much Vitamin D you need to reduce your risk of illnesses. Just so you know the average person without a tan had Vitamin D blood level of 74 nm/L in the spring and the the average tanner had 120 nm/L.… continue reading

The Purpose of “SunScare – A Crime Report” SunScare was written for the layperson, to give a broad overview on the subject of Sunlight, Vitamin D and Health. It also documents and explains the many conflicting and contradictory issues attached to exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun or from sun beds.… continue reading

Health Minister David Caplan Sent via Email: ccu.moh@ontario.ca, Minister of Health and Long Term Care dcaplan.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org , David Caplan Constituency Office josie.verrilli@ontario.ca, Executive Assistant Dear Sir, I am the President of the Joint Canadian Tanning Association (JCTA) representing the indoor tanning industry across Canada.… continue reading

KELOWNA, BC – With the advent of November as ‘Vitamin D Awareness Month,’ The Vitamin D Society of Canada is reminding all Canadians to get their levels checked by their doctors. “Vitamin D has become a topic of interest but it is more than a trend, there is still a need to bolster awareness for Canadians to get their levels checked,” said Joseph Levy, executive director, The Vitamin D Society.… continue reading

Bill 83 – Teen tan ban in Ontario •From every indication Bill 83 has been passed from The Standing Committee on Social Policy to the Health Promotions Minister’s office. •JCTA president sends letter to Health Minister requesting a meeting Oct 23rd, 2008 •Pathway Group hired as lobbyist Dec 17th to make sure tanning industry is represented •Pathway Group creates Briefing Notes for Ministry of Health to convey our opinion on Bill 83 and how the JCTA can help solve the problem.… continue reading