In this webinar, we will explore the importance of outdoor play, the necessity in protecting young children from Ultraviolet radiation (UVR), and how sun safety can help reduce the risk of skin cancer. We will also examine the effects of climate change and the vital role of outdoor play in child development. Learn how the SunSense program equips Early Childhood Educators and Family Child Care Providers with knowledge on sun protection and how to foster sun safe behaviours, allowing children to enjoy the outdoors safely. Establishing a few simple habits early on can make a big difference in protecting children. With spring here, and summer just around the corner, it is an ideal time to learn more about outdoor play and healthy sun safety practices.
Presenter, Tricia Lewchuk is a Senior Specialist with the Canadian Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Team where she leads the day-to-day operations of SunSense, a national sun safety awareness program that educates teachers and early childhood educators on the risks of ultraviolet radiation. She also collaborates with the Canadian Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (CARST) and Dr. Anne-Marie Nicol from Simon Fraser University on the Take Action on Radon initiative, increasing public awareness on the importance of radon testing and mitigation. Tricia holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta, a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and will soon have a Master of Counselling from the University of Lethbridge (May 30, 2025). Tricia’s background in psychology and business administration allows her to blend an understanding of human behaviour and strategic planning to design effective chronic disease prevention interventions, driving impactful change.
Location
Online
Date & Time
May 7, 2025, 6-7:00 PM
To register, please go here.