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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.

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.

Brain Injury Basics: TBI & Indigenous Peoples

This fifth segment focuses on the intersection with TBI and Indigenous Peoples of Canada, and addresses factors that influence this complex issue.

Brain Injury Basics: Overdose

This is the fourth segment of the Brain Injury Basics, on the topic of Overdose and Drug Use. International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31.

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.

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 admin@vbis.ca! 

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).

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).

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...

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...

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...

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...

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!

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.

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.

Brain Injury Basics: TBI & Indigenous Peoples

This fifth segment focuses on the intersection with TBI and Indigenous Peoples of Canada, and addresses factors that influence this complex issue.

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.