The Brain Injury Community is extremely saddened by the passing of Michael (Mike) Rossiter on November 23, 2022. The one thing you could not do when you were with Mike was keep a frown on your face. Mike, dubbed “The Happy Fellow” by his wife, Mary Lou, was always...
To know Michael, is to know his favourite quote, "Anything is possible, if you believe." As part of Michael’s ongoing commitment to making continued physical and cognitive progress, he is mentoring three healthcare students from the University of British Columbia...
We're excited to announce our next event of 'Anything is Possible' is scheduled for Saturday, October 29th at 4pm (EST). We are thrilled to be joined by speakers, Sheldon Guy, and Janet Omstead. Please see the poster attached for additional information. The story of...
Canadian Royal Purple Organizes Canada-wide Purple Thursday on October 20th “Stop the Violence” and “Paint Your Town Purple” have become key slogans for the Canadian Royal Purple. October 20th, the...
A shocking 4 in 10 Canadians living in poverty are also individuals living with a disability. On October 8, 2022, Global News aired The New Reality report which states that it is poverty, rather than pain, that is driving individuals to choose medically assisted...
Tuo Tagovailoa, quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, stumbled and fell, hitting the back of his head on the ground during the September 25th game. The unffiliated neurotrauma consultant, who evaluated Tagovailoa, cleared him to return to play in the third quarter. As a...
In March 2022, Bruce Willis’ family announced on social media that he is stepping away from a long career as an actor following a diagnosis of aphasia. Willis’ family, in the past, had made comments on the actor’s memory challenges. The Los Angeles Times reported that...
Little ones thrive on structure and routine. They also need fun, joy, mud puddles, and life to be carefree. When a parent or sibling, or a loved one sustain a brain injury those carefree days disappear - in an instant. Children as young as five years of age are aware...
Preteens, teens, young adults are navigating a new path for themselves. These tender years are fraught with pressures in school, post secondary education, career options and more. It's a lot. Add into the mix the sudden changes from a parent, sibling, or loved one...
The Fraser Valley Brain Injury Association (FVBIA) have recently developed some important resources. The Employers Guide to ABI 2022 aims to support employers who are not familiar with an acquired brain injury. Returning to meaningful activity, including employment...
When a person suffers from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), their loved ones are catapulted into the caregiver role to support and look after their injured family member. Relationships, responsibilities, and roles shift suddenly, which can be confusing and overwhelming...
The BC Brain Injury Association (BCBIA) Celebrates 40 Years of Service & Forms a Strategic Alliance with the CGB Centre for Traumatic Life Losses Brainstreams.ca is the official website of the BC Brain Injury Association (BCBIA). We are excited to announce fourty...
British Columbia hosts its first annual Concussion Awareness Week. September 26th to October 2nd is British Columbia's first annual Concussion Awareness Week. The BC Injury, Research and Prevention Unit (BCIRPU) and Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT) have...
What is this video about? Cultivating Kindness is the story behind Opportunity Landing, a non-profit society dedicated to developing and maintaining a space for inclusive, accessible community gardens in Langley BC. Juliet Henderson-Rahbar, is a board member of the BC...