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    • Colorful geometric brain illustration next to the bold, glowing text Shine a Light on Brain Injury and the NBIS logo, highlighting Brain Injury Education on a black background.

    Brain Injury Awareness Month

    June is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada! This month, we are committed to shining a Spotlight On Brain Injury and sharing the stories of those impacted by brain injury. Brain injury affects over 165,000 Canadians per year and is often impacted by factors such as race, religion, environment, gender, and poverty. Help us raise […]

    White text on a green background reads AGM Annual General Meeting, presented by the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS).

    Annual General Meeting & Open House

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society cordially invites you to its Open House & Annual General Meeting. Open House 4-5pm AGM 5-6pm Light refreshments will be served. Everyone Welcome!

    • Illustration of orcas swimming in the ocean with mountains, pine trees, a sunrise, and Happy BC Day! written in cursive text above the scene—celebrating Brain Injury Support from Nanaimo Brain Injury Society.

    BC Day

    NBIS will be closed Monday, August 7th. We will reopen on Tuesday, August 8th at 9am. Have a great weekend and Happy BC Day!

    • A person with long hair and a purple top is bungee jumping from a bridge, looking surprised and reaching out, with trees and a clear blue sky in the background—highlighting the thrill and risks that organizations like Nanaimo Brain Injury Society address.

    Toss the Boss

    Wildplay Nanaimo 35 Nanaimo River Rd, Nanaimo

    Toss The Boss is an annual bungy jumping event presented by the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS). Join us on October 13, 2023 at WildPlay Nanaimo for the opportunity to watch your boss jump off a bridge! (with a bungy cable attached of course!) Get your company team ready and start fundraising early for this […]

    Illustration of a male soccer player in a red jersey and socks sitting on the ground, looking upset with one hand on his head—a powerful image for Brain Injury Education by the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society. Soccer ball rests by his leg against a blue background.

    Concussion Awareness Workshop

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society and PacificSport VI would like to invite you to attend this informative workshop. This workshop is for people working with youth who want a better understanding of Return to School/ Return to Play standards after concussion including the most recent concussion protocols. Basic information on concussions such as causes and […]

    • Illustrated border featuring stacks of books, knit socks, steaming mugs, and balls of yarn with knitting needles—perfect for Brain Injury Support materials or NBIS events—all arranged around the edges on a white background.

    Client Coffee Drop In

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Client Coffee Drop–In is BACK!!  For a limited time only. Thursday, November 16th , 23rd, 30th & December 7th 10:00 to 11:30 am NBIS Office—#101– 235 Bastion Street Open to NBIS clients Any questions please contact education@nbis.ca or call (250) 753-5600 Ext. 4

    • A smiling cartoon penguin wearing a red scarf stands on ice, spreading its wings joyfully. Snowflakes fall around, and large white text reads Winter Break! with the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS) logo on a light blue background.

    Winter Break

    NBIS will be closed for Winter Break. See you in 2024!

    • A white sign with a red border hangs by a string on a blue background, attached with red push pins. The sign reads, Sorry Were CLOSED in black cursive text, indicating Nanaimo Brain Injury Society's brain injury support is unavailable.

    Staff Training- NBIS Closed

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    NBIS Office will be closed for a staff training day.

    Four stacks of coins, each with a small plant growing on top, increase in height from left to right. The tallest stack is in a glass jar filled with coins, symbolizing financial growth and savings—reflecting the mission of the Nanaimo Brain Injury Society.

    Budgeting & Financial Planning Workshop

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Please Join Us for a free workshop: "Budgeting & Financial Planning"  It can be overwhelming trying to figure out finances after a stroke or brain injury. This interactive seminar will help you learn how to build a secure foundation and how small steps can protect you, your future and your loved ones. This session will […]

    • A woman with wavy brown hair and glasses, wearing a blue shirt over a white top, smiles outdoors with blurred green foliage and sunlight in the background, reflecting hope and positivity for Brain Injury Support.

    Caregiver Support Group Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    NBIS Caregiver Support Group Program with Jan McNeil, RCC.  To meet the different needs of caregivers, we are offering two formats, both In-person & Online group support. The program will allow caregivers to have the opportunity to: • Gain information on various topics related to caregiving • Learn ways of coping with the stresses and […]

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    Empowered Connections: Building Healthy Relationships with Boundaries in Mind Workshop

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    When someone experiences a brain injury or stroke, the whole family is affected. This workshop addresses the issue of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries and building healthy relationships. Explore practical tools to navigate the sometimes delicate balance of setting limits while maintaining connections, creating more fulfilling relationships. To register email education@nbis.ca or call 250-753-5600 Ext […]

    • A woman with brown hair tied back, wearing a white top and a necklace, smiles at the camera against a plain white background, representing NBIS and Brain Injury Education.

    Your Vision Post Acquired Brain Injury Workshop

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Please Join Us for a free workshop: "Your Vision Post Acquired Brain Injury"  Ever wondered why and how a brain injury can affect your vision? In this workshop we will review what the visual system is and what parts of the brain are involved as well as what happens in an assessment and how it […]