OBIA News

It is essential to recognize that post-injury challenges often extend beyond the physical and cognitive challenges of brain injury.
During COVID-19, OBIA remains committed to provide training for individuals working with people with brain injuries. This certificate course will now be accessible through a live online virtual classroom and will be interactive.
This Level Two course is designed to increase your understanding of the relationship between traumatic brain injury, substance misuse and mental health challenges
In December of 2021, the Brain Injury Speaks Stakeholder Engagement Network of Ontario (with the Ontario Brain Injury Association) further explored the topic of Identity Change After ABI. Virtual focus groups with individuals who have sustained brain injuries were conducted. The purpose of these groups was to better understand experiences of identity change following brain injury and how it may impact different aspects of their lives.
We are excited to tell you about an opportunity to improve road safety in Ontario.
In 2021, the Brain Injury Speaks Network conducted virtual focus groups. The purpose of these groups was to understand the lived experience of social isolation, learn more about why it occurs after brain injury and what people can do to reduce the risk of experiencing social isolation. We are so grateful to the Brain Injury Speaks members who participated in these focus groups and shared their experiences with social isolation.
On September 23, 2021, the Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA) in collaboration with the Personal Injury Alliance (PIA Law) were pleased to present the 2021 Awards of Excellence in Brain Injury Rehabilitation to those who consistently provide exceptional service to the brain injury community.
The Ontario Brain Injury Association and PIA Law are pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Awards of Excellence in Brain Injury Rehabilitation.
Six community organizations join up to create innovative collaborative to support mental health during COVID-19
OBIA is pleased to announce the launch of the new Brain Injury Impact Study. OBIA has been conducting research for more than 25 years. Many things have changed over the years, including the incidence and impact of concussion being brought to the forefront.