See below for recent event recordings.

Learn about choosing and caring for a wig, listen to conversations with alopecia community members, and watch uplifting performances for when you need a good laugh.

Conversations with Alopecians
We spoke with alopecia advocate Alyssa Collier and empowerment coach Sheridan Ruth. Alyssa and Sheridan spoke about their alopecia, the lessons they’ve learned, and how to navigate the rollercoaster of emotions.
They also dived into topics such as responding to the pressure of answering questions about your alopecia, how to move away from comparing yourself to others, and their advice for someone newly diagnosed.
Follow Alyssa and Sheridan on Instagram @cleanconsciousbaldbeauty and @_sheridanruth_.

Alopecia Options: Past, Present, Future

Michael Suba

Continental Hair Toronto

Michael took us through the history of his family-owned business, the evolution of wigs, and how to choose the right wig for you. We also received some great tips on maintaining and styling your hairpieces.

Live with CANAAF and the Importance of Support Groups

Sarah Adams & Sarah McMichael

The Alopecia Project Podcast

Co-hosts Sarah and Sarah bring a refreshing yet relatable perspective to living with alopecia. They talk about their experiences with CANAAF and how connecting with others in the alopecia community have helped them grow.

This is one of many conversations where they spread positivity, educate listeners, and inspire self-acceptance of alopecia.

Re-watch Olivia Apps' conversation with Shireen Ahmed on the CANAAF Speaker Series page

A Conversation with Olivia Apps

Hosted by Shireen Ahmed, Sports Journalist and Public Speaker.

Twitter: @_shireenahmed_
Website: www.shireenahmed.com
Instagram: @footybedsheets

Diagnosed with alopecia universalis at the age of 7, Olivia Apps channeled her energy into her love of Rugby. Today, she is a Canadian National Rugby Sevens team member on track for the Tokyo Olympics. In this conversation between her and Shireen Ahmed, we hear about the many different factors that play into her story, including her challenges with alopecia universalis, and what drives her continued success as a woman in sport.

Follow Olivia on instagram @livvapps and the National Senior Women’s Sevens @a.2020vision.

World Laughter Day 2021 Celebration

Featuring a performance by stand-up comedian Maria Nicole

In Celebration of World Laughter Day, we enjoyed a live virtual performance by Maria Nicole, who has been performing stand up comedy in the GTA since 2017. If you are looking for a good laugh and some relatable alopecia stories, this is a must watch. Maria is perhaps best known for never leaving a slice of pizza behind and you can find her scrolling the socials as, @cueballcomic.

An Afternoon With Deeann Graham

Alopecia Life Coach & Award-winning Author of Head-On, Stories of Alopecia

 

Website: headonlifecoaching.com
Facebook: Alopecia Life
Instagram: @alopecialifecoach

 

In this interview with Deeann, we hear about her experience with alopecia, her many advocacy initiatives, and her passion for sharing the stories of those living with alopecia. She also reveals some of her most memorable podcast experiences, including her episodes with Anthony Carrigan and Jon Paul Crimi, and what she has planned for the future.