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Protecting Your Most Important Asset: Your Brain

By Brenda Clayton June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Think of your brain as your “battery.” It’s what powers everything you do—thinking, feeling, seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, moving, and remembering. Your brain makes you you. When your brain is injured,...
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Art Program at VBIS

By: Darian Colpitts One of the programs offered by the Victoria Brain Injury Society is the Art Program. It is in an open studio format, no experience is required, and all the supplies are provided for participants. Participants can work on their own projects that...
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Committing to Diversity and Inclusion in Neuroscience

By Shaylen Hardy The Government of Canada is committing to diversifying neuroscience to better addressthe problems and discrepancies in current research. Historically, brain research has focused onusing male participants and subjects without including other...
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Brain Health: Part 3

Brain health is multifaceted and can be promoted in many ways. In part 1 we looked at the role diet and physical exercise play in creating a healthy brain. in part 2 the importance of sleep and cognitive exercise. In this part we will talk about social interactions,...
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The Benefits of Being in Nature for the Healing Brain

By: Lisa Hanning “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” -John Burroughs, 1912 Walking in the forest near my home on the Sunshine Coast I marvel at the way the dappled sunlight through the trees illuminates an intricately woven...
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Tips & Tricks

Learn something new today

Navigating life with a brain injury can be challenging, so we’re always on the lookout for new ways to make things a little bit easier. Check this section regularly for the latest tips & tricks!

Survivor stories

Connect & Reflect

As each and every brain injury is different, each healing journey is unique. Stay tuned for heartwarming survivor stories here, and to be featured, email [email protected]! 

Grief, support and resilience — Judy’s story

Before their brain injury, Judy was a community support worker, an entrepreneur, and an artist. They had already overcome many challenges, including...
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Lynn speaks about the brain injury support she has received

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

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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Support for families of brain injury patients

Survivor Stories: From Brain Tumor Survivor to a Source of Inspiration

In the quiet, reflective moments of life, we often find ourselves pondering the twists and turns that have shaped our journey. Catlin's story is a...
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Survivor Stories: Resilience and Renewal

At many of the VBIS’ community awareness booths at various farmers markets, individuals often open about their personal experiences with brain...
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Survivor Stories: A Brain’s Battle for Healing and Sobriety

Meet Chris, a remarkable client who has been an integral part of VBIS for over 12 years. His incredible journey with brain injury began like many...
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Protecting Your Most Important Asset: Your Brain

By Brenda Clayton June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Think of your brain as your “battery.” It’s what powers everything you do—thinking, feeling, seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, moving, and remembering. Your brain makes you you. When your brain is injured,...
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Art Program at VBIS

By: Darian Colpitts One of the programs offered by the Victoria Brain Injury Society is the Art Program. It is in an open studio format, no experience is required, and all the supplies are provided for participants. Participants can work on their own projects that...
Read More

Committing to Diversity and Inclusion in Neuroscience

By Shaylen Hardy The Government of Canada is committing to diversifying neuroscience to better addressthe problems and discrepancies in current research. Historically, brain research has focused onusing male participants and subjects without including other...
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Commentary

Thoughts from the front line

VBIS represents a diverse array of people, each possessing unique stories and experiences. These articles highlight powerful ideas gathered from clients, staff, volunteers, donors, and others.

Media Releases

Extra! Extra!

Don’t miss out! Stay up to date with the latest news from VBIS. Here is where you’ll find announcements about upcoming events, new programs, recent partnerships, and so much more!

Society for neuroscience poster at the SFN annual meeting

Navigating Challenges and Triumphs: My Journey as Executive Director of the Victoria Brain Injury Society

By: Pam Prewett Taking on the role of Executive Director at the Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS) has been a transformative experience, both professionally and personally. The journey has been filled with challenges, learning opportunities, and profound moments of...
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The Future Is Bright in Traumatic Brain Injury Research

By Kianna Csolle Research in traumatic brain injury (TBI) is expanding in Canada. This year, three innovative research projects have been funded through grants from the Canada Brain Research Fund, Health Canada, Brain Changes Initiative and Brain Canada. One of these...
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There’s no place like home for the holidays

Victoria Brain Injury Society launches fundraiser to support new housing program for brain injury survivors.

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Video content

Lights, Camera, Action!

Don’t get us wrong – we love to read! But sometimes a video conveys a message that words can’t. Here you’ll find all of our audio-visual content in one tidy place!

Faces of Brain Injury: Full Length Film

Faces of Brain Injury is a film showcasing the unique stories of five VBIS clients, each an inspiring retelling of a life impacted by brain injury.

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Toss The Boss Promotional Video

Toss The Boss is a fundraising event that challenges teams to raise funds in support of the Victoria Brain Injury Society & the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society.

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Tips & Tricks

Learn something new today

Navigating life with a brain injury can be challenging, so we’re always on the lookout for new ways to make things a little bit easier. Check this section regularly for the latest tips & tricks!

Brain Injury Vocab

For brain injury survivors, navigating changes in cognitive and emotional functioning can be a challenge. Understanding the vocabulary surrounding these challenges can be empowering. This blog post will break down these key terms, providing clarity and insight for...
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Brain Injury Basics: Homelessness, Poverty, and TBI

This sixth segment focuses on the intersection with TBI and Intimate Partner Violence, and possible practices to support IPV survivors.

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Brain Injury Basics: TBI & Intimate Partner Violence

This sixth segment focuses on the intersection with TBI and Intimate Partner Violence, and possible practices to support IPV survivors.

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