Every 3 minutes, one person in Canada acquires a brain injury.

As cited by Brain Injury Canada from Langois et al., (2006). 

At the Victoria Brain Injury Society, we are dedicated to fight this statistic. We are driven by a relentless determination to make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected.

Research Opportunity!

Participate in a current research study faciliated by staff and Masters student Jamie Morrison

We are recruiting participants who have a history of moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (loss of consciousness greater than 30 minutes OR loss of memory/severe disorientation for greater than 24 hours).

Spreading light on intimate partner violence.

92% of intimate partner violence involve a blow to the head, face, and/or neck.

Yet, there is a lack of focus given to the victims of IPV and brain injury.

Advocacy with impact.

We strive to eliminate the stigma faced by survivors, enabling a better, more empathetic future for those impacted by concussion and brain injury.

Education that empowers.

We offer free educational courses for survivors, friends, family & the community to help build a better collective understanding of concussion and brain injury.

Support you can count on.

We help people navigate the complexities of concussion & brain injury through individual support and numerous group programs. You don’t have to do it alone.

Research Opportunity!

Participate in a current research study faciliated by staff and Masters student Jamie Morrison

We are recruiting participants who have a history of moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (loss of consciousness greater than 30 minutes OR loss of memory/severe disorientation for greater than 24 hours).

Every 3 minutes, one person in Canada acquires a brain injury.

As cited by Brain Injury Canada from Langois et al., (2006). 

We believe in a better future for brain injury survivors.

Our mission is to support, educate, advocate and provide housing assistance for brain injury survivors and their families. In doing so, we strive to increase community awareness about brain injuries and reduce the harmful stigma experienced by survivors.

Acquired brain injury (ABI) results from damage to the brain that occurs after birth – and no two injuries are alike. To meet the diverse needs of our community, we offer individual support, peer support, family support, and various group programs.

We assist people who’ve experienced concussions, strokes, aneurysms, and countless other types of ABI. We’re here to help you recover, adapt, and adjust; regain independence; and develop a secure sense of community. At VBIS, there are people who get it. You’re not alone.

stories of resilience at vbis 

Survivor Stories: Show Curiosity over Judgement

Survivor Stories: Show Curiosity over Judgement

With Remembrance Day so recently passed, it’s crucial to acknowledge the hidden struggles of veterans, which can persist long after their service. This story briefly highlights the journey of a veteran whose military experience led to a challenging battle with traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

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Survivor Stories: An Unseen Battle

Survivor Stories: An Unseen Battle

With Remembrance Day so recently passed, it’s crucial to acknowledge the hidden struggles of veterans, which can persist long after their service. This story briefly highlights the journey of a veteran whose military experience led to a challenging battle with traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

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"Thank you for being there when I needed you most"

– Andy LeFort, Aneurysm Survivor

Victoria Brain Injury Society

Units C, D & E 830 Pembroke Street
Victoria, B.C. V8T 1H9

Phone: 250-598-9339

Email: admin@vbis.ca

The Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS) is situated on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Peoples. We recognize and express gratitude to the Peoples and Nations in our community, and those throughout the regions we service.