Delmar College Students Volunteer with Kids Cancer Care

Established in 1950, Delmar College is one of the original hairstyling schools in Alberta and aspires to be among the best in the world. Delmar College provides leading edge post-secondary education for hairstylists and offers diploma programs in Esthetic Technician, Hair Design, Laser Technician and Nail Technician. The high success rate of Delmar’s graduates is a testament to the school’s popularity and solidified reputation in Alberta. Delmar College’s in-house salon also offers great prices on hair maintenance and styling as well as esthetic services. The in-house salon also offers lower than average prices for hair maintenance and styling products.

For several years, Delmar College has supported the Shave Your Lid for a Kid program by providing skilled student volunteer shavers at large school shave events. The talented students and staff of Delmar College bring an amazing level of enthusiasm to each event throughout the busy spring season.

In addition to their volunteer support, Delmar College provides complimentary shave and/or haircuts at their salon for individuals enrolled in the program and has also worked to provide the program with the highest quality products and accessories. On top of all that, earlier in the year Delmar Staff and Students hosted a bake sale raising funds for Kids Cancer Care!

Kids Cancer Care is very thankful for Delmar College’s continued support and recognizes them as a huge success factor in our Shave Your Lid for a Kid program. Thank you Delmar!

For more information on the Delmar College of Hair and Esthetics, please visit http://www.Delmarcollege.com or call 403 264 8055. Delmar College is open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm; 2nd floor, 1520 - 4th street, SW and is open 

Shaving 101

How to Maintain a Freshly Shaved Head

Congratulations, you have decided to take the brave step of shaving your head! We bet that at some point you've found yourself thinking about how you’re going to keep your “new do” as fresh and maintained as possible! Whether you have decided to go completely bald or leave some peach fuzz, there are two important things you should be keeping in mind after your shave: moisturizer and sun protection.

Moisturize:

                A shaved head increases sun exposure to your scalp. This increased exposure can leave your scalp feeling dry and flaky. To avoid this, moisturize daily! You are not required to buy a specific moisturizer for your scalp; just make sure that the one you use does not contain alcohol. It is even possible to use the same moisturizer that you use for your face.

Sun Protection:

                As we mentioned before, with a shaved head comes an increased amount of sun exposure. Just as you have to protect the rest of your body from UV rays, your delicate scalp is no different! If you have shaven it all off, we recommend applying SPF 30 sunscreen before heading out into the sun or wearing a hat. It is important to remember that the skin on your head is going to be incredibly sensitive due to lack of previous exposure.

How Long Before My Hair Grows Back?

The average person’s hair grows about a half an inch a month or 1.25 centimeters. Your hair may not grow over night but it will grow back at a steady rate! In the meantime, here are some reasons to enjoy your freshly shaved head:

1.       You don’t have to comb or style your hair

2.       Showers will take less time

3.       You’ll save money on shampoo and conditioner

4.       You’ll never have to worry about getting gum in your hair

5.       If you get caught in a rain or wind storm, your hair will still rock

And most importantly……

6.       You’ve raised awareness and funds to support families and youth affected by childhood cancer!

THANK YOU TO OUR 2012 SUPPORTERS!

It has been an incredible year of achievement and it all started with you! Through your support for Kids Cancer Care’s Shave Your Lid for a Kid!® program, you helped raise $825,000 to support youth and their families battling childhood cancer.

Shave Your Lid for a Kid!® is Kids Cancer Care’s largest fundraising initiative. In 2012, more than 650 brave individuals shaved or drastically cut their hair and inspired more than 9,000 donors to pledge their support.

These dollars will bring hope to children with cancer though research and hospital programs. They will find acceptance and strength in camp and community programming; and one day become future leaders through scholarship opportunities.

But it isn't only about the money you raise; it’s about building a community that cares. “I’ve seen both sides of cancer now—the scary part at the hospital and the part where I see hundreds of people who want to help! It is not JUST about the money you raise, it’s about showing you care. When I see so many people shaving their lid for a kid, I know I’m not alone.” - Cancer survivor Johann Casas.

On behalf of the families we support, thank you for supporting
Shave Your Lid for a Kid!®

2012 Shave Your for Kid photos: http://www.facebook.com/KCCFA/photos_albums

Register for 2013 Shave Your Lid for a Kid!®: http://www.kidscancercare.ab.ca/shave_your_lid_for_a_kid.htm

All in the family!

Kids Cancer Care was approached by a very enthusiastic and passionate mother named Michelle, who wanted to involve her family in our Shave Your Lid for a Kid program. As a family they decided they wanted to make a difference in the lives of children with cancer here in Alberta, by shaving their heads and donating their hair! Here is their story and a fantastic video the boys made about their shave!

Did you know that cancer is among the leading causes of non-accidental death of children worldwide?

We didn't know... until recently when Cole (7) and Jake (5) took a great interest in Terry Fox this fall. Learning about Terry prompted them to begin asking questions about cancer, and specifically, if kids like them could get cancer. 

We had many heartfelt talks as a family about what cancer is and what little kids with cancer (and their families) might go through. Our boys asked us if there was some way that we could help. That's when we found Shave your Lid for a Kid. It is the largest fundraising initiative for children with cancer in Alberta, and we felt that the organization was a perfect partner for our family.

Our family was moved to make a difference for children with cancer and their families. We are all a little bit nervous to lose our hair, but we are committed to showing our kids that through simple actions of everyday people, great things can happen! Great things will happen when we give what we can to contribute to kids camps, cancer research, hospital programs, and scholarship programs through Shave your Lid for a Kid.

Our Goal: $10,000! Bravely shaving our heads when we reach:

Lee = $2000, Jake's = $4000, Cole's hair = $6000, Michelle's hair = $10,000

Not only will we fund the programs mentioned, but most importantly, we will show moral support to kids going through the battle of their lives.

- Michelle Irvine

The Irvine boys made a fantastic video about their shave! Watch it video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=MYCM-8ehn8c

Donate to the Irvine Family Shave: https://secure.csfm.com/kidscancer/shaveyourlidforakid/home/profile.php?participant_id=139276281351309955

My hair will grow back!

In March 2012 Kids Cancer Care visited Western Energy Services Corporation for a Shave Your Lid for a Kid event that saw 6 brave co-workers band together to raise funds for Kids Cancer Care. Their motivation to shave it off came from a resilient young girl named Taylor. Leading the shave initiative, Tracey Burgess, recalls Taylor’s story and why Shave Your Lid for a Kid was so important for her to do.



I have a dear friend who at 37 thought she would never have children of her own. Then along came dear little Taylor, weighing in at 9.2 lbs. She looked perfect – all her fingers and toes. Every parents dream, right? Taylor was diagnosed with ‘neuroblastoma’. At first it was a lump the size of a kiwi on her spine; then after multiple hospital visits and testing, Taylor underwent surgery to remove the mass. The Prognosis looked good. Taylor now at five months has multiple masses that have sprouted on her spine and a lump that is on her liver and around her heart. This means more testing, hospital stays and chemotherapy. She has already been through 57 tests & surgeries!

Unfortunately there are many children out there with a story similar to Taylor's. Research requires funding! This comes from people like me and YOU! My hair will grow back….I want to see Taylor GROW UP!!

UPDATE:  Taylor is now 17 months old. Just last week she had a routine MRI and a series of other tests. All results came back negative. The doctors feel she is in full remission, but will continue to follow her until she is 18 years old.  Taylor is a happy little girl full of life and laughter.  She has a full head of hair now 14 teeth walks and talks (lots). All the love and support we have received has helped us through this trying journey. We thank each and every one of you.

My shave donations far exceeded my expectations!!!  I started with a target goal of $3,0000 and ended up with donations in excess of $17,000!!!  My hair has completely grown back,  “I have a new color and didn't even have to pay for it!”

Host a Shave Your Lid for a Kid event at your school!

Kids Cancer Care invites you and your school to take part in the Shave Your Lid for a Kid® program. This unique and exciting fundraising program has brought together thousands of teachers, administrators and students losing their locks to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer.

Why Participate?

Shave Your Lid for a Kid® has many benefits for students in the classroom and beyond:

1. Promotes leadership and encourages young people to get involved in the community;
2. Promotes school spirit and advocates anti-bullying;
3. The opportunity to educate kids about childhood cancer;
4. Kids helping kids! Shave donations go directly to helping kids and their families affected by childhood cancer in Alberta;
5. It’s fun!

The Shave Your Lid for a Kid® program features event and fundraising assistance from start to finish! Your school’s shave includes:

• Promotional posters and tips on fundraising;
• Assistance in setting up online profiles (optional);
• Shave day support including shaving materials and assistance in recruiting volunteer shavers*;
• Certificate of achievement and a baseball hat for shavees;
• Assistance with donation reconciliation;
• Coordination and sending of tax receipts to donors;
• Kids Cancer Care is happy to send a representative and a Kids Cancer Care Spokes Kid to your shave!*

Get Started!

1. Whether you’re a student, a teacher or a parent, talk to members of your school about hosting  Shave Your Lid for a Kid®;
2. Pick a date and set a fundraising goal;
3. Contact Kids Cancer Care. Please contact Shave Coordinator Leah Nelner at 403 984 1223 or email nelner@kidscancercare.ab.ca. By letting Kids Cancer Care know about your event, we can ensure we support your event to the best of our abilities.
4. Start signing people up to shave or cut and donate their hair;
5. Start fundraising!

Register your school here: https://secure.csfm.com/kidscancer/shaveyourlidforakid/register/register_group.php?indiv_or_group=indiv

Learn more about Shave Your Lid for a Kid®: http://www.kidscancercare.ab.ca/shave_your_lid_for_a_kid.htm

*subject to availability

Kellie Pickler Shaves her head in Solidarity

The country cutie has buzzed off her long blond locks in solidarity to her best friend, Summer Holt Miller, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in June and was about to start chemotherapy treatments. Pickler refers to Miller as her “sister” and decided to undergo the hair buzzing in Nashville alongside Miller.

Pickler took to Twitter afterwards and called the experience “one of the most incredible days of my life.” She has also coined herself to be Miller’s “cancer buddy” and stated that no one should “walk through the valley alone.”

Here is the video from the emotional shave day: 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLA6bga0DCE

Here is a Clip from the Ellen Show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uETvMUD9rN0

A message from Kids Cancer Care:
Shaving your head in  support of cancer is so much more than raising money. It’s about showing that you care and supporting those that don’t have a choice in losing their hair. It makes these people feel as though they are not alone…..some times this can be all they need to have the hope and strength to fight and beat cancer. For all of you who have shaved or cut and donated your hair, thank you!