by Jennifer Taylor | Mar 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
Connecting With Community Leaders Up Island Earlier this month, VBIS Executive Director, Sharlene, attended a workshop in Nanaimo with the Community Associations Institute (CAI) regarding government relations. Attendees gathered together to learn how they can create...
by Jennifer Taylor | Feb 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Partnering with Island Health to Support Our Community with Education Recently, VBIS staff and members participated in naloxone training in Victoria BC provided by Island Health. In today’s environment, gaining overdose awareness and emergency response skills helps...
by Jennifer Taylor | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
VBIS had the pleasure of attending a community gathering hosted by United Way South Island at the beautiful Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion. This beautiful location is also where our upcoming Gala, An Evening of Black and White… Because Gray Matters will be held on March 7,...
by Adam | Aug 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Adam Scott Not all brain injuries are visible. For many survivors, the most disruptive symptoms aren’t the ones you can see, rather, they’re the ones that affect how a person thinks, feels, and functions. These “hidden” or invisible symptoms of brain injury can...
by Adam | Jul 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Adam Scott Navigating Life After a Brain Injury: Resources, Support & Recovery in Victoria BC A brain injury can change life in an instant, not only for the survivor, but for their families, friends, and support network as well. The road to recovery can feel...
