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Survivor Stories: Striving for Answers

There are so many people who experience abuse at the hands of those closest to them. And 92% of the time, that abuse involves strangulation or a blow to the head. Sara* is one of the 92%. Donations are helping VBIS shed light on this very issue so others with brain...

Survivor Stories: Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Bruises, broken bones or black eyes are easy to see, and the pain that radiates from them is understandable. But when it comes to brain injuries, they often go unnoticed. That’s why they are known as an invisible injury. This is often the case for victims of domestic...

Survivor Stories: You gave Krista the Gift of Compassion

Managing day-to-day tasks has allowed Krista to regain independence. On a mid-November day, things unfolded like every other day for Krista. After a long day of university classes, she packed up her stuff, hopped on her bike, and started her 45-minute ride home so she...

Survivor Stories

Striving for Answers

Learn more about the difference our new program, Relationship Abuse and Brain Injury (RABI), can make in the life of a brain injury survivor.

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 admin@vbis.ca! 

Survivor Stories: Striving for Answers

There are so many people who experience abuse at the hands of those closest to them. And 92% of the time, that abuse involves strangulation or a...

Survivor Stories: Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Bruises, broken bones or black eyes are easy to see, and the pain that radiates from them is understandable. But when it comes to brain injuries,...

Survivor Stories: You gave Krista the Gift of Compassion

Managing day-to-day tasks has allowed Krista to regain independence. On a mid-November day, things unfolded like every other day for Krista. After a...

Face to Face with Acquired Brain Injury

Brain injury awareness month in June has come and gone, but the challenges faced by survivors will persist year-round.

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!

There’s no place like home for the holidays

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

Can a Video Game Improve Your Brain?

Victoria Brain Injury Society launches new cognitive training program for brain injury survivors.

Dozens of BC Leaders “Get Tossed” for VBIS Annual Fundraiser

Business executives, university professors, and local politicians all joined together on September 23rd to support the 2nd annual Toss The Boss

There’s no place like home for the holidays

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

Can a Video Game Improve Your Brain?

Victoria Brain Injury Society launches new cognitive training program for brain injury survivors.

Dozens of BC Leaders “Get Tossed” for VBIS Annual Fundraiser

Business executives, university professors, and local politicians all joined together on September 23rd to support the 2nd annual Toss The Boss

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!

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.

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.

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!

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 Basics: TBI Infections

This is the third segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

Brain Injury Basics: Overstimulation

This is the second segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

Brain Injury Basics: Stroke 101

This is the first segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

Brain Injury Basics: TBI Infections

This is the third segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

Brain Injury Basics: Overstimulation

This is the second segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

Brain Injury Basics: Stroke 101

This is the first segment of our new blog series, “Brain Injury Basics”, written & researched by UVic neuroscientist, Kamal Narayana.

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!

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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.