What’s Coming in 2026 for Hair Loss Pride: New Workshops, Salon Partnerships, and Support for Women With Alopecia
Navigating the Holidays, Big Ideas, and Building a Community for Women With Hair Loss
We’re deep into the holiday season now, and if you’re like me, you're probably juggling gift shopping, winter concerts, school break prep, and work deadlines. It’s chaotic, but underneath it all, I’m incredibly grateful. The past few months have brought so much positive momentum for Hair Loss Pride, and I’m excited to share a glimpse of what’s coming in 2026. This post is a look inside the plans I’m building for women with alopecia in Vancouver and beyond; and why this work matters so much to me.
My 2026 Vision: Expanding Support for Women With Hair Loss in Vancouver
Over the past year, I’ve met so many women who feel overwhelmed, alone, and unseen in their hair loss journey. My goal for 2026 is to expand the support available to them through education, community, and better access to hair loss friendly services. Here are the initiatives I’m currently developing.
1. Alopecia Education Workshops for Stylists in Vancouver
One of the biggest gaps in the hair industry is the lack of training stylists receive on alopecia and women’s hair loss. Most stylists want to help, but they simply haven’t been taught how. In 2026, I plan to launch a professional alopecia education workshop in partnership with a Vancouver salon. These workshops will cover:
What alopecia is and how to tell which type a client has
How to speak sensitively and respectfully with clients experiencing hair loss
How to create a welcoming, non-judgmental salon environment
Basics of alternative hair: wigs, toppers, fibers, textures, cap structures
How to cut, thin, blend, and care for wigs and toppers
How to support clients pre- and post-chemo
I’ve already taught smaller workshops in a few salons this year, and the interest has been huge. By hosting them in one central salon, I can make this education accessible to any stylist in the Vancouver area.
2. Wig and Topper Workshops for Women in Vancouver
Wigs and toppers can feel incredibly overwhelming, especially when you’re starting out. I already offer 1:1 wig consultations, but I want to create an option that gives more women hands-on learning in a supportive environment.
These workshops will teach women:
How to measure their head for proper cap sizing
How to compare fibers, textures, densities, and cap types
How to style and care for their alternative hair (beginner-friendly)
How to try on multiple pieces and learn what works for them
I want these workshops to feel empowering, educational, and fun: the kind of support I desperately needed when I lost my own hair.
3. A Dedicated Hair Loss–Friendly Salon Partnership
Vancouver urgently needs a salon where women with hair loss feel completely safe and supported. My goal is to partner with a salon that will become a reliable home for:
Haircuts and washes for women with thinning hair
Wig and topper cuts, color, and styling
Hydrating treatments for long-term wig care
Pre- and post-chemo hair services
Help adjusting or refreshing older alternative hair pieces
Right now, very few stylists feel confident cutting or coloring wigs. That leaves women with nowhere to go when pieces don’t arrive in the colour they were expecting, they need a customized cut, or when pieces need a refresh. I want to change that- starting in Vancouver, and hopefully in other cities across Canada and the U.S. in the future.
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Final Thoughts
As we move through this busy holiday season, I’m deeply grateful for every woman who has crossed paths with me this year: clients, community members, supporters, and friends. This work is the most meaningful thing I’ve ever done, and I’m excited for what 2026 will bring.
If you have thoughts on my upcoming workshops or salon partnerships, or if you’d like to collaborate, I’d love to hear from you. I read every message.
Happy holidays, friends. Thank you for being part of this journey with me.
— Tami
