Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada

Thank You to the HESA Committee Members! I am thankful to the members of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Health (HESA) for the opportunity to present testimony yesterday on the critical importance of passing Bill C-277. This legislation marks a pivotal step towards establishing a national strategy on brain injuries in Canada. 🧠 Brain injuries affect a wide range of individuals, including athletes, military personnel, accident survivors, violence survivors, the elderly, and especially children. These injuries are often unrecognized, undiagnosed, and untreated, yet they can have a profound and lasting impact on the mental and physical health of all Canadians. We are grateful for the committee’s leadership in addressing this pressing issue. Together, we can ensure that the appropriate resources and measures are put in place to protect current and future generations from the devastating effects of brain injuries. If you or someone you care about is suffering from the symptoms of brain injury, please visit CLFhelpline.org to be connected with the best available medical resources in your area. Merci Sean Casey, Alistair MacGregor, MP Laila Goodridge, Marcus Powlowski, MP Dr. Stephen Ellis, MP Luc Thériault , Brendan E. Hanley, Marc Dalton, Arielle Kayabaga, larry maguire, Sonia Sidhu, Yasir Naqvi 🇨🇦 #BrainHealth #ConcussionAwareness #CLFCanada #BrainInjuryPrevention #BillC277

🚨 EVENT ALERT: Have you or a loved one been impacted by the effects of brain injury? Join the Conference of Defence Associations and the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada to discuss the impacts of brain injuries on Veterans’ mental health. Our panel of speakers includes: • Dr. Samantha Bureau, PhD, Senior Director of International Research at Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada • Major-General (Ret’d) Denis Thompson • Tim Fleiszer, Executive Director at Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada • Shane Nedohin, Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces This event can be accessed both in-person and virtually. ➡️ To RSVP for in-person attendance, contact [email protected] ➡️ To join the conversation online: https://lnkd.in/e-SENP7G We look forward to seeing you there! #canada #braininjury #veteran #military #mentalhealth

📣 Another step forward in brain injury prevention in Canada   Last week, we celebrated Rowan's Law Day in Ontario, where school children heard Rowan's story and learned the importance of properly recognizing and treating brain injuries.   Tomorrow, I will appear before the House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Health to support Bill C-277, which seeks to establish a national strategy on brain injuries. Rowan’s legacy continues to drive change, and Bill C-277 represents another major step forward. 🧠   Kathleen, Rowan’s mother, shared with me how she believes "Rowan has fulfilled her dream of helping children because Rowan's Law has saved lives." That’s why as part of my testimony tomorrow, I will be advocating for implementing age-specific regulations to prevent brain injury in youth.   📞 Know someone who might be affected by a brain injury? Help is available through our HelpLine: clfhelpline.org   #RowansLaw #BrainHealth #BrainInjuryAwareness #AthleteSafety  

Canada’s Indigenous communities have lower access to health care services, and face discrimination when they do access care. That means, Indigenous athletes, Veterans, and community members, who may face symptoms associated with brain injuries, could go completely unnoticed. This can result in prolonged symptoms, which can lead to long-lasting, negative health outcomes. On Truth and Reconciliation Day, our team at CLFC is reminded of former Indigenous NHL Hockey player Chris Simon. Originally from Wawa, Ontario, Chris passed away this year. His family suspects that his history of brain injuries contributed to his early death. Athletes like Chris are the reason CLFC supports the Team Up Initiative for all kids. Most recently, Kalley Armstrong and the OSEG Foundation hosted Indigenous youth for a Team Up camp in Ottawa. This important work helps ensure that Indigenous youth have equal access to critical education about their brain health. We can all play a part to prevent brain injuries and avoid tragedies like Chris Simon's. You can support the Simon family here: https://lnkd.in/e4m2T7sg

Rowan Stringer passed away from Second Impact Syndrome at the age of 17. In her honour, Ontario deemed today Rowan’s Law Day to raise awareness of the signs of concussion.. To date, Ontario is the only province to adopt Rowan’s Law, leading the way in athlete safety in Canada. “I believe Rowan’s Law is the international gold standard of concussion legislation. This law should now be emulated by federal, provincial and territorial governments across Canada,” said Gordon Stringer. A special thanks to Minister Neil Lumsden and all the partners working tirelessly to ensure concussion protocols are top of mind. Together, we are shaping a safer future for athletes across Ontario. 🧠 Now it’s time for the rest of Canada to follow suit. As Gordon Stringer said, “Just get it done.” If you or a loved one is struggling with brain injury, fill out this form and a member of our team will reach out to help: https://lnkd.in/dTsTEnaJ #RowansLaw #ConcussionSafety #SportsSafety #BrainHealth #AthleteSafety #OntarioLeadership #ConcussionAwareness

After months of filming and research, our new documentary, MY BRAIN ON SPORTS, met its first audience at last night’s first official screening. Filled with life changing testimony that demonstrates the real impacts of contact sport on brain development, this documentary is ready to change the way the world sees concussions and CTE. Our first screening was met with inspiration and a shared commitment to advancing concussion research. A special shoutout to Gordon Stringer for being there with us—it made the night even more meaningful. Huge thanks to Paul Kemp and A.J. Leitch for their outstanding work on the film. We’re also deeply grateful to Minister Neil Lumsden, the ON Ministry of Sport staff, Jim and Sandi Treliving, Gil Scott, John Macfarlane, Namita Joshi, M.D., MBA, Dr. Neil Vasdev, Dr. Jesse Young, Keith Palmer, Mauro Barone, Aaron Prance, the LEADHOUSE team, and the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada staff for making the evening unforgettable. Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement regarding a broadcast partner! Together, we’re changing the future of brain health in sports. 🧠 Pledge your brain and be part of the movement to advance brain injury research: pledgemybrain.org #BrainHealth #SportsSafety #ConcussionResearch #MyBrainOnSports #RowansLaw #DocumentaryFilm

We all have a role to play in preventing brain diseases like CTE, and today, we're celebrating a groundbreaking step forward! A huge thank you to Minister Neil Lumsden, Canadian Football Hall of Famer and leading Canadian politician for pledging his brain to @concussionfoundation.ca for CTE research.   Minister Lumsden’s pledge is not just a significant personal commitment but also a beacon of hope for countless Ontarians and Canadians. In addition to today’s announcement, his leadership is paving the way for a nationwide concussion safety law inspired by #RowansLaw, ensuring safer sports for all.   In addition, we’re thrilled to announce a generous grant of $52,500 for @concussionfoundation.ca and CAMH. This funding will drive crucial research on CTE and its long-term effects on athletes, furthering our mission to enhance brain health and safety.   You can support our research, too. Pledge to donate your brain: http://pledgemybrain.org/ Read today’s announcement: https://lnkd.in/eSePhMV5

‼️ "WE ARE HARMING OUR ATHLETES’ PERFORMANCE AND PUTTING THEM AT RISK! ‼️ Groundbreaking research from Western University shows that reaction time decreases with each impact athletes endure. This has serious consequences for athletic training, as elite reaction time is essential for peak performance. To protect athletes and boost their performance, Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) programs must minimize the number of impacts players receive. This approach can give Canadian athletes a competitive edge. Watch this important video with Dr. Jeff Brooks, former college football player and current sports science researcher, to learn more. If you or someone you care about is suffering from brain injury symptoms, contact the HelpLine to be connected with the best available medical resources in your area: https://lnkd.in/eMZuraXC

As fall sports return, it’s essential for coaches, parents, and athletes to understand the real risk behind CTE: repetitive head impacts. Dr. Lee Goldstein from our partner research group at Boston University emphasizes that while concussions are a concern, research indicates it’s the cumulative effect of repeated hits that leads to CTE. Coaches, in particular, can make a difference by prioritizing drills and game strategies that minimize unnecessary head impacts. Let’s work together to protect our athletes long-term. #CTEAwareness #SportsLeadership #AthleteHealth .... Avec le retour des sports d'automne, il est essentiel pour les entraîneurs, les parents et les athlètes de comprendre le véritable risque derrière l'ETC : les impacts répétés à la tête. Dr. Lee Goldstein, de notre groupe de recherche partenaire à l’Université de Boston, souligne que bien que les commotions soient préoccupantes, les recherches indiquent que c’est l’effet cumulatif des coups répétés qui entraîne l'ETC. Les entraîneurs, en particulier, peuvent faire une différence en priorisant les exercices et les stratégies de jeu qui minimisent les impacts inutiles à la tête. Travaillons ensemble pour protéger nos athlètes à long terme. #SensibilisationCTE #LeadershipSportif #SantéDesAthlètes

Podcast time with Tim Fleiszer 🏈 Super interesting convo on brain health, performance, wellness, meditation, motivation and more. As a member of the Board of Directors of the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada I am passionate about supporting athletes, veterans and all those affected by brain injury. Thank you Selwyn House School for providing the space to film. Brought back memories of high school dances back in the day! Stay tuned, will share the episode once it’s out!🎙️✨