Concussion 101

This workshop is for youth/students 11 years and older and was created to give kids a better understanding of what a concussion is, how it is caused, and how to recognize concussion symptoms. The workshop was designed for our school program in SD 68 to compliment the Grade 6/7 curriculum.  It is also a valuable presentation for specialized youth groups, such as athletic teams and leadership programs.

What did I learn?

“I learned that a concussion does not necessarily mean damage to your head. Your head could be perfectly fine whereas your brain could be suffering.”
Cartoon illustration of a brain wearing glasses, with a confused expression, scratching its head. Three red question marks appear above the brain. This playful image represents Brain Injury Education from Nanaimo Brain Injury Society. White background.
Grade 6 Student
SD 68
"That you don’t have to be knocked out to have a concussion and that you always have to wear a helmet when you bike.”
Cartoon illustration of a brain wearing glasses, with a confused expression, scratching its head. Three red question marks appear above the brain. This playful image represents Brain Injury Education from Nanaimo Brain Injury Society. White background.
Grade 6 Student
SD68
A collage featuring school signs for Bayview Elementary and Georgia Avenue Community School, alongside two images of a woman speaking in a library at a Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS) event near a projector screen and bookshelves.
A woman gives presentations in three different classrooms, standing at the front near whiteboards and projectors, addressing students with educational materials about Brain Injury Support visible around her.

Special Workshop for Coaches & Teachers

Concussion Management in Youth

This workshop is for people working with youth who want a better understanding of Return to School/ Return to Play standards, such as teachers, parks and recreation leaders and community coaches.  Presented by Dr. Jamie Dunnett of CBI Health.