Wigs & Scarves Workshop

A woman tries on a colorful headscarf while another woman in glasses and a purple apron smiles supportively behind her.

Losing your hair during cancer treatment can be emotional and overwhelming. Learn about what to expect with hair loss, how to care for your scalp during and after treatment, all about wigs and other hair alternatives, including scarf-tying techniques.

About this Workshop

What you will learn:

Caring for your scalp during and after cancer treatment

What to expect with hair regrowth

Discover all types of head coverings and hair alternatives, including wigs

What to consider if selecting a wig, including how to take care of and style them

Pros and cons between synthetic and human hair wigs

Easy scarf-tying techniques and more

Led by our expert wig and hair alternative volunteers, you’ll walk through a series of steps and tips designed to help you feel more like yourself.

You’ll be part of a small group who come together to learn and share. Feel free to join the conversation. Or, just listen. It’s up to you.

The information and dialogues are designed to help you:

Manage the physical side effects of cancer treatment (including hair loss) with simple, practical guidance

Connect with others who may understand what you are going through

Know what to expect during treatment

Prepare for treatment to help minimize potential side effects

Feel more like yourself

This workshop is available ONLINE and IN-PERSON

Online Workshop

The ONLINE workshop is ONE HOUR long and is delivered via Zoom.
Relax and join us from the comfort of your home.

I’m ready to register!

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In-person Workshop

The IN-PERSON workshop is 2 HOURS long and is called Skincare, Makeup & Hair.
It combines our Wigs & Scarves and our Skincare & Makeup Workshops into a single 2-hour session.
The in-person workshop is only available in select locations around Canada.

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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 hair loss, wigs, and other hair alternatives.

Woman wearing a wig cap sits at a table, holding a brown wig while looking at it in a round mirror, with a brochure beside her.

What are participants have to say

“The volunteers were excellent and so caring. It’s the first time I’ve laughed in awhile.”

Workshop Participant

“This workshop exceeded my expectations. It helps to talk to an expert who is positive, fashionable and gives all the tips. One example – I had no idea how a chemo/sleep cap is such an important base layer!”

Workshop Participant

Other Workshops to Consider

Skincare & Makeup Bras & Prostheses Advanced Skincare

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