Canada’s democratic system & election process

Voting gives Canadians a voice on issues and decisions that will impact all of their lives. To make an educated and informed vote, it’s important to understand how the Canadian government works and how we elect the government in the federal election. How the Canadian Parliament works Our system of government is a constitutional monarchy […]

National Population Health Study on Neurological Conditions

Data drives decisions and policy makers need up-to-date data on what is happening with individuals and families living with neurological conditions, including brain injury. Over 10 million Canadians are living with neurological conditions ranging from illnesses, disorders, and injuries, which impact every aspect of life. Neurological conditions are complex and represent significant physical and mental […]

Relationships after brain injury

Relationships with others are incredibly important to our overall health and happiness. After a brain injury, it can be challenging to maintain or build relationships. This is because of stress for all parties involved, changes to responsibilities and roles, and communication issues. It can also happen because of the behavioural, physical and cognitive changes you […]

In the hospital

Please note: Often individuals with a brain injury are not able to use a computer or read while they are in acute care. Accordingly, we have adjusted the language of this page. Acute care means short-term, immediate medical care. In acute care, the patient will undergo further diagnosis, medical treatment, surgery and after surgery care […]

Additional financial assistance

Financial assistance from insurance benefits Depending on what kind of private insurance you have, you may be eligible for financial support from your policy. For more information about insurance, visit our page on types of insurance that may be able to help with recovery and rehabilitation costs Financial assistance from work Please note: depending on […]

In the hospital

Acute care means short-term, immediate medical care. For concussions and/or mild traumatic brain injuries, acute care refers to initial testing and diagnosis and doesn’t typically require a stay in the hospital. If a friend or family member has experienced a non-traumatic brain injury (such as a stroke or brain tumour) or a severe traumatic brain […]