BrainTrust Canada

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to maximizing the potential of those affected by brain injury 🧠 | prevention, education, advocacy, & support

[BrainTrust Canada @BrainTrustCAD]

We are your community.

At BrainTrust Canada, we work closely with our partners in community to maximize the potential of those affected by #braininjury

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🚨 Announcing the @PushorMitchell 2025 West Coast Brain Injury Conference:
Beyond Injury – Brain Injury as a Human Rights Issue
Oct 29–30 | Kelowna, BC

Join global experts to explore brain injury at the intersection of justice, housing, healthcare & rights.
Tickets soon!

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Bailey McCourt should be alive.
Her tragic death is a failure of our system—and a reminder that IPV often causes hidden brain injuries.
We’re offering free counselling for survivors.
No waitlist. No forms. No barriers.
[email protected]
#NoBarriers #IPV #TBI #Kelowna

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Sitting with Amanda McFarlane has passed top 40 under 40 receipent https://t.co/PqHGRH9a6g

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Less than 24 hours until the West Coast Brain Injury Conference! 🧠

We're thrilled to welcome all the attendees to this dynamic gathering dedicated to advancing brain injury research, treatment, and support.

Find out more about the conference here: https://t.co/birNQAj9YS

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🧠 We are 1 week away from the @pushormitchell West Coast Brain Injury Conference!🧠

Be a part of the conversation. Get your tickets today! https://t.co/HVt899sS6Z
Descriptions of speaker talks can be found on our website: https://t.co/birNQAjHOq

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Live with BrainTrust https://t.co/GwK94kqGkq

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Congrats to our Executive Director, Amanda McFarlane, for her accomplishments! https://t.co/nwSNYRSOKS

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❗ Breaking news from Parliament Hill!❗

Tune in now for a historic moment within the brain injury community.
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Meet Natalie, a true example of resilience and strength. After a sudden stroke disrupted her life, she faced a long road to recovery.

Learn more about Natalie's story here: https://t.co/6ftAyB9BJC

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🎟️ Early bird ticket pricing on sale! 🎟️

Grab your tickets now to the @pushormitchell West Coast Brain Injury Conference at early bird pricing!

📅 Date: June 11th, 2024
📍 Location: Delta Grand Kelowna Resort Conference Centre
🔗 Register here: https://t.co/HVt899skhr

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The Pushor Mitchell LLP West Coast Brain Injury Conference is now on sale! Visit https://t.co/YfeC1LkOfP for more information. We hope to see you there!

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Happy Holidays from us to you! As we reflect over 2023, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to you, our friends and community partners. Your support has been pivotal in our journey this year, helping us make a greater impact in the lives of those living with brain injury.

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Mark your calendars! We are pleased to announce that BrainTrust will be hosting the @pushormitchell West Coast Brain Injury Conference on June 11th, 2024.

Stay tuned for more information around the event in the new year. Can't wait to see you at the WCBIC 2024!

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Today is Giving Tuesday - a day where nonprofit organizations, companies and individuals come together to make change in their communities. Every contribution plays a crucial role in creating a stronger community.

Give the gift of recovery: https://t.co/4byViawcUW

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BDNF is a growth factor in the brain that is crucial for creating new neurons, supports the survival of neurons, & promotes connections between neurons.

Physical activity increases the expression of BDNF which creates a supportive environment for healing after #BrainInjury

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Mark your calendar! November 28th is Giving Tuesday - together we give. Your gift on #givingtuesday will help us continue to provide support services to individuals living with the effects of a brain injury, and to their caregivers.

Donate here:
https://t.co/4byViawcUW

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What an honour and what a night! BrainTrust Canada was honoured to receive the award for Exellence in Community Impact, thanks to the great people of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. This award belongs to those living with the effects of Brain Injury- our heroes! 🧠❤️

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It was a shocking moment for many Kelowna residents when the Lake Okanagan Resort was destroyed this summer. During this time, BrainTrust stepped into crisis response to help those in need.
Read the full story here:
https://t.co/xQMLw8vatY

Thank you to United Way!

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Neuroplasticity refers to the capacity for neurons (brain cells) to change and adapt in response to our behaviour.

Neuro (brain) + Plastic (bendable, flexible, adaptable)

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November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM).

The Indigenous population of Canada experience a disability rate much higher than that of the general population, at approximately 30% to 35% (around 1 in 3 people).