ABOUT ONLINE PROGRAMS

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

First time coming to an ONLINE BIST Program?

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.

WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) Mental Health Support Groups (IN PERSON)

Learn more about WRAP, HERE.

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

Light lunch will be served.

NEW DATES!

Wednesday, August 21st, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, August 28th, 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, September 4th, 11:30 – 3 PM
Wednesday, September 11th, 11:30 – 3 PM
Wednesday, September 18th, 11:30 – 3 PM

Register, HERE

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 Kenya and enjoy fried cassava! 🇰🇪
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.