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On this page, youโll find an inspiring mix of personal stories, the latest news regarding brain injuries, and research insights. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of recovery, seeking community, or staying updated on advancements in brain health, our blog offers resources and perspectives to support you on your journey.
The Faces of Brain Injury
Behind every brain injury diagnosis is a real person. We are pleased to share The Faces of Brain Injury, a series of digital posters sharing a brief snapshot into the lives of brain injury survivors. Each one has found meaningful ways to give back to their community....
The Faces of Brain Injury
Behind every brain injury diagnosis is a real person. We are pleased to share The Faces of Brain Injury, a series of digital posters sharing a brief snapshot into the lives of brain injury survivors. Each one has found meaningful ways to give back to their community....
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BC Consensus Statement on Brain Injury, Mental Health, & Addictions
It is with tremendous pride that we share the recently published BC Consensus Statement on Brain Injury, Mental Health, & Addictions. Please share among your networks. Thank you to the amazing team of researchers and community partners who assisted in this...
Why Canada Needs a National Brain Injury Strategy
A recent University of Victoria feature highlights growing momentum behind brain injury research โ and why national policy change is urgently needed. Dr. Mauricio Garcia-Barrera, professor of psychology at UVic and director of the CORTEX Lab, recently travelled to...
Lessons Learned On My Christmas Breakย by Debra Erickson
I watched the snow falling, covering the ground in a thick white quilt. I wiped away tears as I stared at the thick, white cast covering most of my right leg. Iโd be spending Christmas in the hospital. It started on the morning of December...
GF Strong Adult Concussion Services Update
G.F. Strong Adult Concussion Services (GFACS) provides group education sessions to help adults recover from concussions and a rehabilitation program for people who have prolonged concussion symptoms after returning to their primary care provider. As of December 2025,...
Testers Needed for Speech Technology Software AllSpeak
Do you get frustrated by your phone not understanding your atypical speech patterns? Do you struggle with the autocaptioning when recording your own YouTube videos? Happy Prime is looking for people in BC to test their new speech technology software, AllSpeak....
Barriers Removed for Couples on Disability Assistance in B.C.
Big changes are coming to disability assistance in B.C. and theyโre designed to make life fairer for couples and families on disability assistance. Beginning Dec. 1, 2025, couples where both partners receive disability assistance will receive the same support...
Shattering the Silence: Intimate Partner Violence & Brain Injury
On October 16th, community leaders, researchers, police, service providers, survivors, and advocates came together at the University of Victoria for Shattering the Silence: Intimate Partner Violence & Brain Injury โ an event dedicated to raising awareness and...
The Faces of Brain Injury
Behind every brain injury diagnosis is a real person. We are pleased to share The Faces of Brain Injury, a series of digital posters sharing a brief snapshot into the lives of brain injury survivors. Each one has found meaningful ways to give back to their community....
Shattering the Silence: Intimate Partner Violence & Brain Injury
Too often, the damage caused by intimate partner violence (IPV) goes far beyond what is visible. Beneath the bruises and broken trust lies another layer of injuryโone that remains invisible, misunderstood, and all too often, ignored: brain injury. On October 16, 2025,...