The importance of voting

Voting is about choosing a representative that you believe will have your best interests in mind when making decisions. When you vote, you can make a difference in your community, province/territory, or country. By casting your vote, you are [1]: Choosing a candidate you think will best represent you and what’s important to you Engaged […]

Income taxes

Filing income taxes can be confusing, particularly when trying to figure out deductions, credits, and expenses after a brain injury. Here is a brief overview of tax information and resources from the Government of Canada that can help you during tax season. How to complete and pay your taxes You can fill out your taxes […]

Emotional effects

When the brain is injured, a person’s emotional processing and responses can change. When this is paired with the intense feelings that come with adjusting to major life changes associated with brain injury, navigating emotions can be difficult. This is true for both you and your loved one. The way the person with a brain […]

Federal disability benefits

There are federal financial assistance programs available throughout Canada. Please keep in mind that not everyone is eligible for every program. Topics in this section include: Disability Tax Credit Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefit Disability benefits for veterans Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Please note: if the person receives other […]

Income taxes

Filing income taxes can be confusing, particularly when trying to figure out deductions, credits, and expenses after a brain injury in your household. Here is a brief overview of tax information and resources from the Government of Canada that can help you during tax season. How to complete and pay your taxes You can fill […]

Concussion

A concussion is a form of a traumatic brain injury that happens when the brain is shaken within the skull. Concussion is also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) but it does not typically result in structural brain injury identified on diagnostic imaging such as CT or MRI scans. The term mild does not […]