We offer a HYBRID of IN PERSON & ONLINE Programs

ABOUT ONLINE PROGRAMS

We continue to offer online programs for people who prefer this option.

First time coming to an ONLINE BIST Program?

Learn about our how to access our Online Programs, HERE.
Watch our Technology Videos Tips and Tricks, including how to access Zoom, HERE.
If you have any questions, please contact our Programs Coordinator, Madison Chong: madison@bist.ca OR 437-421-4032.

Read about our Online Privacy Guidelines, HERE

Watch our previous webinars, HERE.

ABOUT IN PERSON PROGRAMS

BIST welcomes people living with the effects of brain injury, and their caregivers, of all abilities to our community. Our services are geared towards people living with mild to moderate brain injury. Our office is wheelchair accessible, including touchless wave sensor buttons for our front door. All programs and events occurring outside of our office take place at wheelchair accessible venues.

Learn more about Accessibility and IN PERSON Programs, HERE.

Should have any questions please contact: Madison Chong Programs Coordinator: madison@bist.ca OR 437-421-4032.

Series Programs

WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) Mental Health Support Groups

Learn more about WRAP, HERE.

IN PERSON Group

Takes place at the BIST Office – 40 St. Clair Ave East #205 (Above the Deer Park Library).

Light lunch will be served.

Wednesday, August 7th, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, August 14th, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, August 21st, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, August 28th, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, September 4th, 11:30 – 3 PM

Register, HERE

Brainwaves Movement + Mindfulness Yoga

Saturday July 6th, 1:30 – 2:15 PM
Saturday July 13th, 1:30 – 2:15 PM
Saturday July 20th, 1:30 – 2:15 PM
Saturday July 27th, 1:30 – 2:15 PM

Participants only need to register ONCE to attend ALL SESSIONS.

The Passcode to access our ONLINE YOGA as each session begins is 1234.

Register, HERE

Regular Programs

July Programs 😎

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

ACTIVITY: Ice Cream Social 🍨
Friday, July 26th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (HYBRID)

Monday, July 29th, 1 – 2:30 PM
In Person – Register, HERE. Online – at the time of the program, Click, HERE.
ACTIVITY: Learn about Benin – the birthplace of Vodun (also known as Vodou)

Summer Picnic In High Park

Wednesday July 31st, 6 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

August Programs 🌞

BIST Goes to the Movies! 🍿

Friday, August 2nd, 2 – 5 PM
Location: Cineplex Cinemas Varsity and VIP – Manulife Centre, 55 Bloor St West
Movie choices will be determined closer to the date
Time is approximate and may be changed once movie schedule is released.
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Holiday Office Closure

Monday, August 5th
Our Office is closed due to the Civic Holiday.

Brain Injury Support Group (ONLINE)

Tuesday, August 6th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Social Drop In for Men with Brain Injury (ONLINE)

Thursday, August 8th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

ACTIVITY: Learn to Crochet – Part 1
Friday, August 9th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (HYBRID)

Monday, August 12th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Topic: Learn about the Country of Gabon – Home of the Primates 🇬🇦
In Person – Register, HERE.
Online – click HERE at the time of the program.

Women and Brain Injury Support Group (ONLINE)

Thursday, August 15th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Freaky Friday (IN PERSON)

ACTIVITY: Learn to Crochet – Part 2
Friday, August 16th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (HYBRID)

Monday, August 19th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Topic: Learn about the Country of Lesotho – The Kingdom in the Sky 🇱🇸
In Person – Register, HERE.
Online – click HERE at the time of the program.

Freaky Friday (IN PERSON)

ACTIVITY: Learn to Crochet – Part 3
Friday, August 23rd, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (HYBRID)

Monday, August 26th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Topic: Learn about the Country of Moldova – The land of Monasteries 🇲🇩
In Person – Register, HERE.
Online – click HERE at the time of the program.

Community Meeting (IN PERSON)

Wednesday, August 28th, 6 – 8 PM
Topic: Research Studies and Clinical Trials
Speaker: Alison Foo, Career, Communication, Leadership Coach & BIST Board Member
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

ACTIVITY: Games Day
Friday, August 30th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.