Returning to Work
Returning to work after cancer can bring both hope and challenges. This workshop, led by experts in vocational rehabilitation, offers practical strategies, self-advocacy tools, and supportive guidance to help you prepare, build confidence, and create a plan that works for you.
About this Workshop
What you will learn:
Physical, emotional, and cognitive factors that can impact work
How to assess your abilities and prepare for your role
How to understand the demands of work
Ways to identify and establish workplace supports
Self-defence tips that can help you and your employer manage work expectations
Suggested ways to monitor the situation
The information and dialogues are designed to help you understand:
The impact of cancer on work and how to manage it
How to assess your abilities and prepare for your roles
Strategies for managing job demands
Building a support network
Creating a personalized return-to-work plan
Tips for ongoing success
This session is available online.
Join us!
- This workshop delivered online with in English with live French translation.
- It is roughly an hour and fifteen (1:15) minutes in length and is delivered over Zoom.
- Be sure to add your questions on the registration form.
Who should attend this workshop?
- Individuals undergoing treatment, post-treatment, or living with cancer and considering returning to work.
- Anyone interested in the impact of cancer on work, regardless of the stage of the disease.
Make LGFB part of your back to work plan
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Cancer Fatigue Workshop
Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common and overwhelming side effects of treatment. It can continue well after treatment has ended. In this workshop, Dr. Scott Adams shares practical strategies and the latest best practices to help manage fatigue and rebuild energy.
About this Workshop
The information and dialogues are designed to help you understand:
What cancer-related fatigue is, and how it differs from everyday tiredness
The main causes of fatigue during and after treatment
How movement and exercise therapy can support recovery by improving strength, aerobic efficiency, and energy use
Best practices from cancer fatigue programs, including the role of cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)
Practical pacing and self-monitoring strategies to manage fatigue safely
How to access support from physiotherapists and rehab professionals
Topics Covered in Cancer Fatigue include:
Energy pacing and the “boom-bust” cycle
Self-monitoring tools (talk test, fatigue logs, perceived effort)
Examples of safe starting points for movement (including for those with severe fatigue)
How strength and aerobic conditioning support daily life recovery
Navigating referrals and accessing rehab supports
This workshop is available ONLINE
Join us!
- This workshop delivered via a Q&A with our health professional.
- It is roughly an hour and fifteen (1:15) minutes in length and is delivered over Zoom.
- Be sure to add your questions on the registration form.
Who should attend this workshop?
- Individuals who are currently in treatment.
- Individuals who are post-treatment, but still may be experiencing side-effects impacting fatigue or energy levels.
- Anyone interested in fatigue-related concerns wherever people are in their cancer continuum.
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Areola Tattooing Workshop
Areola tattooing can help restore confidence and a sense of self after breast cancer treatment. Through careful artistry and compassionate care, practitioners can create realistic, personalized results.
About this Workshop
Join our workshop with a leading 3D post-mastectomy tattoo artist.
Learn what areola tattooing is
View before and after photos
Discover how to find a good technician
Find out who is – and isn’t – a good candidate for these types of tattoos to help you decide if it’s right for you
This information is designed to help you understand the process and ask questions
During our workshop we’ll cover:
The questions to ask before booking a 3D tattoo artist
Colour matching to compliment your skin tones
Health and safety protocols and the importance of a regulated and licensed professional
The differences between areola tattoos and decorative chest tattoos
Artistry and techniques such as shading, skin stretching, getting realistic results, and ensuring colour retention as the skin heals
Realistic expectations around appearance, the healing process, fading and the possible need for touch-ups
Build Confidence Through Knowledge
This workshop is available ONLINE
- It is led by one of our experts and delivered over Zoom. It lasts for approximately an hour and 15 minutes.
Who should attend this workshop?
- This workshop is for anyone who is interested in areola tattoos, has had breast reconstruction with or without implants, reconstructed nipples or has a flat chest wall following a mastectomy.
Find out if tattooing is right for you.
Join our next session and feel confident in your choices.
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Practical Advice within a Caring Community
We know how important it is to simply feel like yourself, especially when going through cancer treatment. Look Good Feel Better offers free workshops that help address both the emotional and appearance-related side effects of treatment.
Everyone deserves support during cancer treatment
LGFB workshops are a space where cancer isn’t in charge. You can concentrate on yourself. Learn information and techniques that can help you manage or even minimize some side effects of your cancer treatment. Talk with and connect with others facing a similar cancer experience. Offer an understanding smile to someone who may need one.
What happens at LGFB workshops?
Led by our expert volunteers, our workshops offer real information, helpful tips and techniques AND supportive care. At the end of the session, we hope you’ll feel that you can face cancer with a bit more confidence and feel more like yourself again.
We Provide Online and In-person Workshops
IN-PERSON:
Our primary in-person workshop is 2 hours long and addresses skincare, makeup that helps address physical side effects, hair loss, scalp and nail care, wigs, scarves and other hair alternatives. It is called Skincare, Makeup & Hair. It is offered in 80 locations across Canada where our volunteers will greet you with a warm smile and a free kit of skincare and makeup products.
Learn More about this WorkshopCheck for In-person Workshops Near You
ONLINE:
We offer several online workshops topics. Each is an hour to an hour and a half long, are led by one of our subject matter experts, and are easily accessible via Zoom.
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Teens – This Workshop is just for you
Figure out what works for you during treatment, from gentle skincare routines and makeup hygiene to cute head wrap styles, wigs and nails in a space that gets what you’re going through.
About this Workshop
Our online workshop is pretty unique. It’s a space where you don’t have to explain yourself, or your cancer. No one’s cancer experience is the same, but everyone will have some idea of what you’re going through.
How it works and what you will learn:
Learn skincare, makeup and sun care tricks and tips to help your sensitive skin heal and look its best during treatment
Get expert advice on managing treatment side effects like dryness, discolouration, and acne
Explore creative, cute, and cool styles for hats, wraps, wigs, and other hair alternatives
Get a free kit full of skincare and makeup products that are OK to use during treatment
Even it’s ultimately not your thing, do it for the plot
A new theme – and new makeup – every time
Just because we’re talking about how to deal with side-effects to your skin and hair, it doesn’t mean that we can’t have fun with it. Each session covers a new look so you can lean into your artistic side or just change up the basics to help you feel more like yourself.
| Celebrity Minimalism – Festive Glow | Thursday, December 4th | For this holiday season, embrace a soft, glowing look with a minimalistic vibe. Think radiant cheeks, glossy lips, and sun-kissed blush—perfect for achieving that effortless, festive glow. We’ll show you how to create a fresh-faced look with no mascara, focusing on natural beauty that shines through with subtle highlights and a healthy glow. | Join us and glow effortlessly this holiday season—because the holidays are all about feeling fabulous! |
Who can attend?
This workshop welcome teens aged 13 to 17 who are currently facing cancer or have completed treatment in the past year.
A bit older or younger and want to attend? Send us an email at workshops@lgfb.ca
Hang out. Have fun. Repeat.
What if you take our workshop, enjoy it and want to come to another one? That happens a lot! As long as spots are available, we’d love to you to have you for a repeat performance.
Each session has a new make-up theme AND it’s a great way to build friendships over time!
Come hang out with people who kind of understand what you’re going through!
Register today!
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Post Treatment Nutrition Workshop
What you eat plays a vital role in how you feel after cancer treatment. But with so much nutrition advice out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. What foods support healing? How do you improve energy levels? Can nutrition help prevent deficiencies and support immune function? Join us to answer many common questions about nutrition and cancer.
About this Workshop
Join us for an empowering discussion on:
Gut Health & Digestion – How the gut microbiome affects overall well-being
Key Nutrients – Supporting energy, mental clarity, and immune function
Food Absorption – Making sure your body gets what it needs
The 80/20 Rule – A mindful way to eat well while enjoying your favourite treats
Practical Strategies – Overcoming common post-treatment nutrition challenges
This workshop is available ONLINE
Post-Treatment Cancer support
Whether you are experiencing late effects from treatment, you are concerned about preventing recurrence or you’re managing the transition from intensive support and monitoring back to care by your family doctor or general practitioner, we are here for you.
Who should attend this workshop?
- Individuals who are post-treatment and interested in nutrition during and after cancer treatment.
- Anyone interested in nutrition relating to cancer wherever people are in their cancer continuum.
What our participants have to say
“I was struggling with what to eat to prevent recurrence—the 80/20 rule was so helpful in helping me be kinder to myself! A total mindset shift.”
- Emily R., Workshop Participant
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Shaving & Men’s Skincare Workshop
Physical side effects sometimes catch us by surprise. Cancer treatment can bring unexpected changes to your appearance—dry, discoloured skin, hair loss, irritation from shaving, nail changes — but that doesn’t mean you have to just put up with them.
Real advice in a private setting
Our Look Good Feel Better Shaving & Men’s Skincare Workshop is designed to help you take control of these changes with simple, effective skincare, shaving and grooming techniques tailored specifically for men facing cancer.
This free, online workshop is held in a comfortable, private setting where you can listen, learn, and participate as much—or as little—as you’d like. You’ll also receive a complimentary kit of skincare and shaving products to experiment with before and during treatment.
About this Workshop
Even if you’ve never paid much attention to your facial skin before, small changes can make a big difference in how you look and feel. In this session, we’ll cover:
Managing hair loss – What to expect, how to care for your scalp, and what happens when hair grows back
Caring for skin during treatment – Avoid dry, irritated or painful skin with simple steps that take just a few minutes a day
Shaving with less irritation – Pros and cons of using a regular razor vs an electric razor during treatment and how to shave your face (or scalp) safely when your skin is more sensitive.
Restoring eyebrows—yes, they matter. We’ll share a simple technique to restore the look of brows
Who is this workshop for?
This session is ideal for:
- Men who are currently undergoing cancer treatment or have completed treatment in the past year
- Anyone facing cancer who would like support around these specific appearance-related side effects
Maybe you didn’t sign up for this workshop…
and someone who cares about you did it on your behalf. You’re not alone. If you’re here because a loved one suggested it, take that as a sign of their support.
A no-pressure, practical approach
Prefer to leave your camera off?
No problem! Feel free to simply listen. You can try out the tips whenever it suits you.
Whether you’re here for skincare advice, scalp care, questions about hair loss, or because someone you love felt that you might benefit from it, we’re so glad you are here. This workshop is all about giving you the tools to look and feel better and move forward with confidence.
What our participants have to say
” Before treatment, I was worried about hair loss. I didn’t expect that issues with skin on my face and scalp would be the most challenging chemo side effect. The advice in this workshop helped.”
- Joseph S., Workshop Participant
“Actively taking care of myself helped me regain control – I didn’t want to be defined as sick.”
- Adam P., Workshop Participant
Join us for a workshop led by industry experts, tailored for men facing all cancers
Register today!
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Bras & Prostheses Workshop
Whether you’ve recently had a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or breast reconstruction—or are still exploring your options—you may be wondering what comes next. How will your body change? What will feel comfortable? Join us to learn about breast forms, bras, post-surgical garments, swimsuits and more.
About this Workshop
What you will learn:
Questions to ask before treatment and/or pre-surgery
Supportive clothing post-surgery & during treatment – Bras, camisoles, and breast forms designed for comfort and healing
How a fitting works – What to expect, when to go, and how to find the right size
Body changes during recovery – Possible impacts on sizing and when to introduce different types of apparel or forms
Breast prostheses & partial forms – Options that help restore balance and boost confidence
Financial coverage – Where to look for funding, insurance options, and community support
The information and dialogues are designed to help you:
Navigate your choices with confidence
Walk you through your options in a supportive and welcoming space
Gain knowledge in post-surgical camisoles, breast prostheses, mastectomy bras
Every day solutions
This workshop is available ONLINE
Who should attend this workshop?
Anyone affected by breast cancer who wants information about breast forms, garments and what to expect before, during or after surgery and/or treatment.
What our participants have to say
” It was great to learn about all the options I have…some of which I didn’t know about or hadn’t even thought of. Very helpful, empowering, supportive info at a time when some of us are feeling uncertain and self-conscious. “
- Audrey R., Workshop Participant
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Advanced Skincare Workshop
Advances in cancer treatment have led to more people experiencing skin-related side effects, both during and after treatment. In this workshop, expert Onco-Dermatologists share simple steps to help minimize and manage common skin and nail issues.
About this workshop
What you will learn:
How evolving cancer treatments can cause new and different side effects
Practical steps to help minimize and manage common skin, scalp, and nail concerns during and after treatment
Step-by-step guidance from an Onco-Dermatologist
Topics Covered in Advance Skincare include:
Simple skincare and suncare routines
Scalp care
Nail Health
Managing dry, itchy, and irritated skin
Acne and rashes
Skin recovery post-treatment
This workshop is available Online
Join us!
- This workshop delivered via a Q&A with our medical professional, and is offered approximately four times a year.
- It is roughly an hour and fifteen (1:15) minutes in length and is delivered over Zoom.
- Be sure to add your questions on the registration form!
Who should attend this workshop?
This workshop is available for anyone who is…
- Currently in treatment
- Post-treatment but may still be experiencing side-effects impacting their skin, scalp, or nails
- This workshop is designed to address skin concerns wherever people are in their cancer continuum
What Our Participants Have to Say
“Just knowing others are going through the same symptoms gave me hope.”
- Workshop Participant
“This webinar was delivered beautifully. I liked how participants’ questions were answered and things were explained at length.”
- Workshop Participant
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Skincare, Makeup, & Hair Workshop
Discover practical ways to manage the physical side effects of cancer treatment on your skin, hair, and face, including skincare, makeup, hair loss, wigs and other head coverings. Connect with a community who gets it.
About this workshop
What you will learn:
Counteract side effects such as discolouration and dry skin
Practice simple makeup steps to add colour back to your face
Makeup hygiene and sun safety
Find tips and techniques for managing the loss of brows and lashes
Caring for your scalp during and after treatment
What to consider if selecting a wig
All types of head coverings including wigs
Pros and cons between synthetic and human hair wigs
The information and dialogues are designed to help you:
Manage the physical side effects of cancer treatment with clear, practical guidance
Connect with others who may understand what you are going through
Understand what to expect during treatment
Prepare for treatment to help minimize potential side effects
Feel more like yourself again
This workshop is available IN-PERSON.
IN-PERSON
- The IN-PERSON workshop is 2 hours long.
- Called Skincare, Makeup & Hair, it combines both our Skincare & Makeup and our Wigs & Hair Alternatives workshops.
- In-person workshops are only available in select locations around Canada.
Who should attend this workshop?
This workshop is available to anyone who is about to start cancer treatment, is currently in treatment, or has completed treatment in the last 12 months and would like information about or support around this topic.
The Confidence Kit
Participants in the Skincare & Cosmetics workshop receive a free kit of skincare and makeup products.
These products are generously donated to Look Good Feel Better and meet the regulations set forth by Health Canada.
These products are for educational purposes, so you may practice the techniques explained in the workshop.
- You will receive the kit in the workshop.
What Our Participants Have to Say
“This workshop was so useful because it wasn’t just information. It ‘normalized’ the techniques to cope with cancer & treatment related challenges to appearance. Yes, wear makeup and take care of your skin not just in spite of cancer and treatments but here is how to do it well and safely!”
- Joan L., Workshop Participant
“The volunteers were excellent and so caring. It’s the first time I’ve laughed in awhile.”
- Joan M., Workshop Participant
Participating in our workshops
97%
of Workshop Participants
would recommend our workshops to another person facing cancer.
32%
of Our Participants
feel somewhat confident BEFORE our workshops.
89.1%
of Our Participants
reported feeling somewhat confident or confident about their appearance AFTER our workshops.
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