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June is #braininjuryawareness month in Canada, and we spoke to Dr. Shelina Babul, DMCBH member and leading concussion expert, to learn more about concussion research and the importance of widespread awareness. Read the full interview for deeper insights on our website!

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Each year, hundreds of thousands of Canadians experience brain injuries, yet there’s no national strategy to ensure they get the care and support they need. Sign the petition calling on the Govt of Canada to adopt a National Strategy on Brain Injury: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

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Powering discovery starts with the right tools. Brain Canada’s 2025 Platform Support Grants fuel the innovation behind neuroscience and mental health breakthroughs. Register by July 25, 2025 Apply by Sept. 18, 2025 bit.ly/4l6IveY

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🏆 Do you know an outstanding Community Brain Injury Association? Now's the time to nominate them for the Community Brain Injury Association of the Year award! Nominate today➡️ aoe.pialaw.ca #AOE2025

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🧠 175 electronic. 50 handwritten. We need 500. Canada needs a National Strategy on Brain Injury. If you believe in justice for #PeopleLikeUs—send your letter now. 🔗 nationalstrategyonbraininjury.ca/federal-letter #C206 #BrainInjury #DisabilityJustice #SendTheLetter

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🔍🧠 What do you know about brain injuries? This #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth, Dr. Carmela Tartaglia, Clinician Investigator at UHN’s Krembil Brain Institute, teaches us about #braininjuries and research happening here at UHN – Canada's Hospital 🍁. 🔗: linktr.ee/krembil

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Follow the QR code to register for this webinar next Monday, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. EDT, on Navigating mental health and concussions. #ConcussionEd

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Transcendent Concussion Research Program is hosting a community talk on mental health and concussions on June 23 at 4pm EST. Experts will share insights and research involving mindfulness. Sign up to attend this virtual, free event: redcap.cheori.org/surveys/?s=4...

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Brain injuries from intimate partner violence (IPV) can seriously affect a survivor’s ability to seek help. Test your knowledge with this quick quiz! Want to learn more? Visit the SOAR Resources page — link attached here: soarproject.ca/resources/ #IPV #BrainInjury #SupportSurvivors

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Neuroscience research and training has taken a $323 million hit in the form of grants rescinded by the U.S. NIH, according to an analysis by @thetransmitter.bsky.social. By @claudia-lopez.bsky.social #neuroskyence www.thetransmitter.org/funding/nih-...

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The @uoftdsi.bsky.social is accepting applications for its Catalyst Grant! Grants support multidisciplinary Collaborative Research Teams who focus on ethical, equitable data science for social impact. 📌 LOI Deadline: July 11, 2025 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork

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Researchers at UPEI are developing a questionnaire tool that considers psychological readiness and can help make safer return-to-sport decisions after concussion. They are seeking healthcare providers, athletes 16+ and coaches to complete a survey: survey.upei.ca/index.php/23... REB Ref # 6013024

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That’s a wrap on @ccn-rcc.bsky.social ! We had an action packed 3 days with lots of learning and collaborating. We asked our team at TRANSCENDENT to share their excitement and some key takeaways from their presentations. See some of their awesome responses ➡️

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Thank you to everyone who made the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting a resounding success, from our program co-chairs to our presenters to every single attendee. A welcoming and thriving community, our members are advancing concussion research, dialogue and knowledge translation for Canada and the world.

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Great News! MP Gord Johns (Courtenay-Alberni) has tabled Bill C-206, an Act to establish a national strategy on brain injuries in the House of Commons today. Brain Injury Canada is fully committed to bringing the strategy to reality. Follow this link to learn more: www.parl.ca/LegisInfo/en...

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Wonderful to have Dr. Sam Adhikari present on some of our recent work on #BrainInjury in #IntimatePartnerViolence at the @ccn-rcc.bsky.social conference today

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Amazing overview of @soarproject.bsky.social work over the last ~9 years presented by @kmason10.bsky.social at the @ccn-rcc.bsky.social conference today.

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MP Gord Johns (Courtenay-Alberni) has tabled Bill C-206, An Act to establish a national strategy on brain injuries in the House of Commons today. Thanks to @braininjurycanada.bsky.social for sharing the good news! www.parl.ca/LegisInfo/en...

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Highlights from the @ccn-rcc.bsky.social public forum yesterday- kicking off our time in Victoria, BC! 🏔️ Featured here are TRANSCENDENT team members, Stephanie Cowle, Dr, Kathryn Schneider, and Dr. Nick Reed! 👏

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We gather here with gratitude on the territory of the Lekwungen People, known today as the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations. Learn more: www.songheesnation.ca/community/l-...

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The CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting is underway. Looking forward to an exciting first day of talks, panels and poster session.

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It's harder than ever to leave the forest when the drive out looks like this, but @paulvandonkelaar.bsky.social and I are looking forward to being in Victoria for the @ccn-rcc.bsky.social conference! #Pinauslake #cabinlife #worktravel @soarproject.bsky.social

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Wishing safe travels to all network members and guests joining us for the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting, June 9-10th. We look forward to welcoming you to beautiful Victoria!

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Care for #KidsAndConcussions should follow Canada’s Living Guideline for Pediatric Concussion. Learn more: pedsconcussion.com #SKW2025

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Simon Fraser University invites applications from world-renowned researchers for the Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) 2026 competition, offering up to $8M over eight years to support innovative and impactful research. Learn more and apply by June 30: www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/a...

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June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth, a time to recognize the urgent need to advance care, #research & understanding. 🧠 Our Brain Health in Ontario project highlights key insights on traumatic brain injury, including prevalence, demographics & co-occurring disorders: braininstitute.ca/resources/br...

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The CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting is in 4 days! Let’s look at our 4 symposium topics: 1. Repeated exposure to subconcussive explosive blasts 2. Equitable care in para sport 3.Tracking outcomes from the ED to recovery 4.Championing youth perspectives for prevention www.ccn-rccevent.com/agenda

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SOAR, with @injuryresearchbc.bsky.social, created a CATT course for women’s support workers to better recognize & manage brain injuries from IPV. It’s free, 40 min, in English & French. Find it under ‘Resources’ on our site – link in bio! #IPV #BrainInjury #CATT

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Have you ordered our latest resource 'Navigating Concussion – Your Guide to Recovery'? 📘 Please email Terry Bartol ([email protected]) for FREE hard copies or 📥download a digital version here: obia.ca/resources/br... PedsConcussion (pedsconcussion.com) @neurotraumapath.bsky.social

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New publication: Prediction of mental health complications following mild traumatic brain injury. Work led by graduate student Shuyuan Shi @ubcpsych.bsky.social. www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/...

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Les académies scientifiques du G7 ont publié une déclaration commune. 🔗 Lisez la déclaration ici : bit.ly/4mAy04n

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The G7 Science Academies have issued a joint declaration highlighting the importance of academic freedom, institutional autonomy, research integrity, security, and responsible conduct for the public good. 🔗 Read it here: bit.ly/3HdxZ6t

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In the Victoria area? On June 8th join us for a free concussion event featuring guest speakers and community resources. Thanks to our partners, including @injuryresearchbc.bsky.social @transcendentkt.bsky.social @parachute.ca @braininjurycanada.bsky.social RSVP: concussionvictoria.eventbrite.ca

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Exciting news from TRANSCENDENT and @ontariobrain.bsky.social 🚨We are thrilled to announce that TRANSCENDENT at CHEO is the first in Canada 🇨🇦 to welcome the EyeBOX, developed by Oculogica!

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Happy National AccessAbility Week! Join us in celebrating through the release of our updated Accessibility Report on ways to make academic conferences more accessible and inclusive for all! Visit our website for the full report in English & French: wicsc.ca/resources/ac...

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June is #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth. Learn more from our partners at Brain Injury Canada @braininjurycanada.bsky.social : braininjurycanada.ca/en/brain-inj...

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Trainees: Showcase your work in brain health at the 2025 Amazing Brain Science Talks, a public outreach event organized by HBHL, @braincanada.bsky.social & @bhi-icc.bsky.social. 🎤 Open to trainees affiliated with @mcgill.ca, BC, BHI, @umontreal.ca or @polymtl.bsky.social. Apply: mcgill.ca/x/ixg

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Discover how AI is impacting research at @senseaboutsci.bsky.social & @researcheracad.bsky.social upcoming webinar. Explore the implications of technological advancements on scientific evidence on May 28th. Register now: researcheracademy.elsevier.com/communicatin... #AcademicSky #PhDSky #SciComm

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Our final keynote speaker for the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting is Dr. Carrie Esopenko (@cesopenko.bsky.social). Dr. Esopenko will speak about intimate partner violence, global collaboration and @enigmaipv.bsky.social. Full program: www.ccn-rccevent.com/agenda

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Join us for our next ENIGMA GKEN Fireside Chat on Intimate Partner Violence and Pregnancy When: Tuesday, May 27th at 4pm EST Where: Zoom Register at [email protected]

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Our trainee leads have invited Dr. Alexander Hall, @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social to deliver the Training and Early Career Presentation at the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting. Dr Hall is an expert in science communication. www.ccn-rccevent.com/agenda

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📺✨Congratulations to Dr. Carmela Tartaglia, Clinician Investigator at UHN’s Krembil Brain Institute, for her recent video feature on CityNews! The news segment looks at Toronto Maple Leafs' goalie, Anthony Stolarz, head injury after taking an elbow to the head during a game🧠🤕 🔗: linktr.ee/krembil

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Meet our first keynote speaker for the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting! Dr. Stuart McDonald (@stuartjmcdonald.bsky.social) is Director of Fluid Biomarker Research, Department of Neuroscience, Monash University and will share updates on concussion detection and management. www.ccn-rccevent.com/agenda

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We're one month out from the CCN-RCC 5th Annual Meeting in Victoria! Meet our Co-chairs Dr. Shannon Scratch @hollandbloorview.ca and Dr. Sandy Shultz @viuniversity.bsky.social. Together with the Planning and Abstract Review Committees, they've built an exciting program: www.ccn-rccevent.com/agenda

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Join the 12th Annual Concussion Research Symposium on May 23—an accredited event by @royalcollege.bsky.social & supported by @michenerinstitute.bsky.social, @uhn.ca. Featuring the contribution of Dr. John Leddy, a member of OBI’s TRANSCENDENT program. 🧠 events.myconferencesuite.com/ConcussionSy...

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Join us for our next ENIGMA GKEN Fireside Chat on Intimate Partner Violence and Pregnancy When: Tuesday, May 27th at 4pm EST Where: Zoom Register at [email protected]

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Endotypes of mild #pedTBI & concussion, include migrainous & autonomic, & can be linked to symptoms of headache & anxiety! Treat underlying biology! #WFNR2025 #SARAHRehab @concussionalliance.bsky.social @ccn-rcc.bsky.social @pinkconcussions.bsky.social #UCLABrainSPORT @ucla-pedsneuro.bsky.social

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Nicholas Moser, from @kiteuhn.bsky.social, presents his work at the Institute of Medical Science’s annual conference at @uoftmedicine.bsky.social. The title of his talk is: Physical Rehabilitation as Medicine For Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms.

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