Brain Injury NS

10/27/2026

Understanding Grief and Loss After Acquired Brain Injury

Grief isn't only about losing someone. An acquired brain injury can bring significant changes to identity, independence, relationships, abilities, and everyday life. These changes can create feelings of grief and loss for both survivors and the people who love and support them.

Join Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia (BIANS) for a two-part virtual workshop exploring the often invisible experiences of grief and loss after acquired brain injury.

Part A: Understanding Grief and Loss After ABI
📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Part B: Living With Loss: Understanding, Supporting and Adapting
📅 Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Presented by Hilary Scott, Grief and Loss Support Specialist and a person living with an acquired brain injury, these interactive sessions will explore ambiguous loss, changes in identity and capacity, caregiver experiences, supportive communication, and ways to adapt to life's changes.

Who should attend?
This workshop welcomes people living with an acquired brain injury, family members, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about grief and loss after brain injury. Whether you're navigating these experiences personally or supporting someone you care about, there is something here for you.

💻 Location: Online via Zoom

How to register:
📞 Call 902-422-5000
📧 Email [email protected]
🌐 Visit braininjuryns.com/AL/ for the registration form.

Please note: One registration covers both sessions, and participants are asked to attend both Part A and Part B.

You don't have to navigate these experiences alone. ❤️

10/22/2026

Invisible No More: ABI and Invisible Disabilities

This Invisible Disabilities Week, October 18–24, BIANS is raising awareness of the invisible impacts of acquired brain injury (ABI). ❤️

A brain injury doesn’t always leave visible signs, but its effects can be life-changing. Challenges with memory, concentration, communication, fatigue, emotional regulation, and everyday tasks may not be apparent to others — but that doesn’t make them any less real.

People living with ABI often face misunderstandings, stigma, and unfair judgments because their disabilities aren’t always visible.

Let’s make invisible disabilities invisible no more.

💬 Believe people when they share their experiences.
❤️ Lead with compassion, not assumptions.
🧠 Learn about ABI and the many ways it can affect someone’s life.
🤝 Help create communities where people living with brain injuries feel understood, supported, and included.

You can’t always see a disability, but you can always choose understanding.

10/21/2026

📣 Join Our Team! BIANS Is Hiring an Interim Executive Director

Are you a collaborative leader who is passionate about making a difference in your community? The Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia (BIANS) is looking for an Interim Executive Director to lead our team during an 11-month maternity leave.

This is an opportunity to support a dedicated team, strengthen community partnerships, and help advance our work supporting Nova Scotians affected by acquired brain injury.

📍 Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia (hybrid, with regular travel to our Bedford office)
📅 Start Date: December 2026
⏳ Term: Through November 2027

Ready to make an impact?

📩 Link in Bio or submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM AST.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with your networks!

10/18/2026

🎳 We’re getting closer to Bowling for Brains!

Join us Saturday, October 24 from 2PM - 5PM at Bowlorama in Dartmouth for an afternoon of bowling, costumes, food and community connection! 🎃

Come with friends, bring the family, or join us on your own — everyone is welcome! 💙

⏰ Registration closes Thursday, October 22!

Can’t make it? You can still support BIANS by donating toward our $1,000 goal to help increase education and awareness about acquired brain injury across Nova Scotia.

🔗 Register or donate through the link in our bio!
https://forms.gle/iDRSj15jyqgbV1Z47

If you need help filling out the form or would prefer to register another way, you can call us at 902-422-5000 or email [email protected]—we’re happy to help! We’ll be offering three 1-hour bowling time slots on event day: 🕚 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 🕛 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 🕐 4:00 PM –...

10/15/2026

We’re Hiring: Interim Executive Director

The Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia (BIANS) is seeking an Interim Executive Director to provide leadership and support during a maternity leave.

📅 Start: December 2026
📅 Term: 11 months, through November 2027
📍 Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia
💻 Work Arrangement: Hybrid role with regular travel to our Bedford office required

The Interim Executive Director will work closely with the BIANS team and Board of Directors to provide organizational leadership, oversee day-to-day operations, support staff and programs, maintain funder and community relationships, and help advance BIANS’ strategic priorities.

We’re looking for an experienced, collaborative leader who is passionate about community impact, disability inclusion, and supporting people and families affected by acquired brain injury.

📩 To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

⏰ Application deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM AST.

Please share with your networks!

More details on the position and application process will be available through BIANS.

10/13/2026

💬 Join us in the Valley for our upcoming Peer Support Group!

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 Charts Café

Connect with others, share experiences, and enjoy some conversation in a welcoming space. Food and refreshments are included! ❤️

We look forward to seeing you there!

10/07/2026

🎳 Bowling for Brains is coming up!

Join BIANS on Saturday, October 24 from 2PM-5PM at Bowlorama in Dartmouth for an afternoon of bowling, costumes, food and connection! 🎃

Bring your kids, friends and family — or come on your own! Everyone is welcome. 💙

🎟️ Register by Thursday, October 22
💛 Can’t make it? You can still support BIANS by donating!

Our goal is to raise $1,000 to support ABI education and awareness across Nova Scotia.

🔗 Sign up or donate through the links in our bio!
https://forms.gle/LAffHj5Xuo9BX23r7

Questions? [email protected] | 902-422-5000

10/03/2026

🧠 DID YOU KNOW?

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury.

You don't have to lose consciousness.

You don't have to be playing sports.

Concussions can happen from falls, collisions, crashes, assaults, and other injuries.

Symptoms can look different for everyone.

Symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, sensitivity to light or noise, changes in sleep, and changes in mood.

Recovery takes time—and everyone’s recovery can look different.

❤️ Concussions are brain injuries—and they deserve to be taken seriously.

THINK SOMEONE HAS A CONCUSSION?

1️⃣ Recognize the signs
2️⃣ Stop and assess the situation
3️⃣ Don't pressure them to “push through”
4️⃣ Seek appropriate medical advice
5️⃣ Support their recovery

📚 NEED MORE INFORMATION?

BIANS can provide concussion education and resources for individuals, families, schools, workplaces, and community organizations.

🏫 Schools and businesses: BIANS offers free concussion education. Get in touch with us to learn more or arrange an education session.

📩 Contact: [email protected]

🔗 Additional resources:
• Government of Canada — Concussion: Symptoms & Treatment
• Brain Injury Canada
• Nova Scotia Health — Concussion Resources
• Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport
• BIANS — Brain Injury Education & Resources

Save this post, share it with someone who may need it, and help us spread concussion awareness across Nova Scotia.

🧠 Know the signs. Know what to do.

10/02/2026

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF BIANS 🧠❤️

The Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia (BIANS) is looking for passionate Nova Scotians to join our Board of Directors.

Being on a nonprofit board is an opportunity to use your skills, lived experience, and perspective to help shape the future of an organization serving people impacted by brain injury and their caregivers across our province.

We’re especially looking for individuals with experience in:

🧠 Lived experience — as someone with an acquired brain injury or as a caregiver
💰 Fundraising & community connections
📊 Financial management
⚖️ Governance & nonprofit leadership

You don’t need to be an expert or have previous board experience. What matters most is your commitment to the brain injury community, willingness to contribute, and desire to make a difference.

What does the commitment look like?
• 2–5 hours per month, depending on your capacity
• Mostly virtual meetings and work
• Optional in-person opportunities
• Volunteer position
• 2-year renewable term
• Must live in Nova Scotia

As a Board member, you’ll help provide leadership, oversight, advocacy, and direction as BIANS continues to grow its programs, partnerships, and support for people affected by brain injury.

Ready to get involved?

📧 Apply by emailing [email protected]
🔗 Or visit the link in our bio to learn more and apply.

Your perspective could help shape what comes next ❤️

09/30/2026

🧡 BIANS will be closed on September 30

In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia (BIANS) will be closed on Wednesday, September 30.

This day is an opportunity to honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities, and to reflect on the ongoing work of reconciliation.

We encourage our community to take time to listen, learn, reflect, and honour the truth of residential school experiences.

BIANS will reopen for regular hours on Thursday, October 1.