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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.

Weekly Support Groups

WEDNESDAYS – WRAP Mental Health Support Groups (ONLINE)

Morning Session – Trauma Informed

Wednesday, Nov 1st; 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 8th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 15th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 22nd, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 29th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Dec 6th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Register, HERE

Afternoon Session  – For Adults with Persistent Concussion Symptoms 

Wednesday, Nov 1st; 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 8th, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 15th, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 22nd, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Nov 29th 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Dec 6th, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Register, HERE

December Programs 🌲

Our Office will be closed from December 25th - January 5th.

We will RE-OPEN on Monday, January 8th, 2024.

Weekly Support Groups

WEDNESDAYS – WRAP Mental Health Support Groups (ONLINE)

Morning Session – For Friends &
Family Members (Caregivers) of People
who live with the Effects of Brain Injury

Wednesday, Dec 20th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

TWO WEEK BREAK FOR HOLIDAYS

Wednesday, Jan 10th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 17th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 24th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 31st, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday, Feb 7th, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Register, HERE

Afternoon Session  – For Adults with Brain Injury

Wednesday, Dec 20th, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

TWO WEEK BREAK FOR HOLIDAYS

Wednesday, Jan 10th, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 17th, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 24th, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Jan 31st, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, Feb 7th, 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Register, HERE

Community Outing: BIST Goes to the Movies (IN PERSON) 🍿

Friday, Dec 1st,
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (ONLINE)

Monday, Dec 4th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Read More, HERE. At the time of the program, click HERE.

Brain Injury Support Group (ONLINE)

Tuesday, Dec 5th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Friends and Family Drop In (ONLINE)

This Group is for Friends and Family Members of People Living with Brain Injury 
Wednesday, Dec 6th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Women and Brain Injury Support Group (IN PERSON)

Thursday, Dec 7th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.
ACTIVITY: DIAMOND ART

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

Friday, Dec 8th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Not So Blue Mondays (ONLINE)

Monday, Dec 11th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Read More, HERE. At the time of the program, click HERE.

Men and Brain Injury Social Drop In (ONLINE)

Thursday, Dec 14th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

Friday, Dec 15th, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.
ACTIVITY: HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS

Not So Blue Mondays (ONLINE)

Monday, Dec 18th, 1 – 2:30 PM
Read More, HERE. At the time of the program, click HERE.

Brain Injury Support Group (IN PERSON)

Tuesday, Dec 19th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Holiday Party (IN PERSON) 🎁 🌲

LOCATION: Old York Tower – Non Profit Seniors Housing – Party Room  
85 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON, M5E 1Y8 – DIRECTIONS
Wednesday, Dec 20th, 6 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Social Drop In for Men with Brain Injury (IN PERSON)

Thursday, Dec 21st, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Women and Brain Injury Support Group (ONLINE)

Thursday, Dec 21st, 6:30 – 8 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.

Freaky Fridays (IN PERSON)

Friday, Dec 22nd, 3 – 4:30 PM
Read More, HERE. Register, HERE.
ACTIVITY: HOT CHOCOLATE BAR