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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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Thoughts on the Harvest by Debra Erickson
Thereโs the ever so subtle shade of auburn dusting across my garden hedge, a deepening red blush on the apples in the orchard too. From my couch by the window, I catch the aroma of crops being harvested from the fields nearby. I watch a squirrel darting across my yard...
Participants Needed for Research Survey to Help Make Canadian Airports More Accessible
The Accessible Skies project is focused on enhancing accessibility and support for people with cognitive disabilities, their care partners, and their families in the airport experienceThey are currently gathering feedback from people with cognitive disabilities and...
Polytrauma by James Wanless
I went out for a bit of a joyride on the afternoon of Sunday, April 14th, 2024. I planned to be out for an hour or two at most. Beyond that it was a pretty unremarkable day โ clear and cool for spring in Vancouver.
I was heading east on Rumble Street in southwest Burnaby, when a driver heading west turned left across my path. As he did so, he hit me at roughly 50km/hr, which was fast enough to throw me into the windshield, and up over the roof of the car, landing on the pavement about ten feet behind it.
I remember the car coming to a stop diagonally, pointing away from me. I also remember everything slowing down in the split-second of the crash. As the driver took my bike out from under me and I flew into the windshield, it was like an out-of-body experience. The crunch of my body hitting glass, the thud of it collapsing on the pavement.
How Age May Shape Recovery After Brain Injury
We often hear that younger brains recover better after a brain injury because they are more adaptable. But new research suggests that age may affect recovery in more complicated ways. A study published in Experimental Neurology looked at how younger and older mice...
New Online Course Helps IPV Responders Recognize and Respond to Brain Injury
Brain injury is far more common in situations of intimate partner violence than most people realize. Around 230,000 women in Canada experience severe physical violence from a partner every year, and as many as 92% report blows to the head and face. Yet these injuries...
E-Scooter Injuries: What New Research Tells Us About Brain Injury Risk
Electric scooters (e-scooters) have become an increasingly common way to get around cities. They can be convenient, affordable and an alternative to driving for shorter trips. But as their use grows, so does the need to understand the potential for serious injury. A...
Study Identifies Potential Areas of Focus for Enhanced Motor Recovery After Stroke
A new study published in The Lancet Digital Health is providing further insight into how the brain changes following stroke and how these changes may be related to motor recovery. Researchers examined brain scans from 501 people with chronic unilateral stroke, using...
Funding Opportunity: Disability Alliance BC Accessibility Projects Grants 2026/2027
BC-based not-for-profit organizations looking to improve accessibility and inclusion in their communities may be eligible for up to $40,000 through Disability Alliance BCโs (DABC) Accessibility Projects Grants. Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Accessibility...
Understanding Invisible Brain Injury: When Someone Looks Fine but Isn’t
When people think of a brain injury, they often imagine visible signs such as a wheelchair, bandages, or difficulty walking. However, many people living with an acquired brain injury (ABI) experience challenges that cannot be seen from the outside. This is why brain...