The Canadian Dermatology Association
In Canada the name “dermatologist” is reserved for medical specialists who have earned a medical degree and have completed an intensive five-year program of advanced medical and surgical training in the prevention, recognition and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair, and nails.
Established in 1925, the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA) is a member organization that advocates for dermatologists across Canada, underscoring their essential role in the healthcare system.
Find a Dermatologist
Use our new tool to find a certified dermatologist in your area. By simply typing in an address, city, province, or postal code you can locate a certified dermatologist near you.
Advocating for Dermatology. Advocating for You.
Advocacy is a core strategic pillar of the Canadian Dermatology Association. The CDA is committed to positioning dermatologists as Canada’s foremost experts in skin health.
By advancing access to care and shaping policies within Canada’s healthcare system, the CDA supports both dermatologists and their patients, strengthening the leadership role of dermatologists in delivering high-quality dermatologic care.
Explore our advocacy priorities and learn how this work is making a difference for Canadians.
Recognized Products
Our recognition programs identify skin care and sunscreen products that meet medical expert standards to help guide consumers in selecting healthy and effective options for themselves and their families.
For a list of all CDA Recognized products click one of the categories below.
Diseases & Conditions
As a community of Certified Dermatologists, we are dedicated to advancing the science of dermatology encompassing over 3000 skin, hair and nail conditions.
Protect Yourself from the Sun
Sun protection is easy and should be a part of an everyday healthy lifestyle. Follow these steps to protect yourself and your family from the harmful effects of the sun.
The Canadian Dermatology Association supports the use of sunscreen as an effective and safe means to provide protection from the sun’s harmful rays. There is strong scientific evidence of the adverse effects of UV exposure in contrast to the hypothetical negative effects of sunscreen on your health.
Seeking shade, wearing protective clothing and sunglasses, and using a broad spectrum sunscreen all help in providing safe sun protection.