What's New
Looking for support?
The Support section of our website has been enhanced to now include:
- Finding a qualified trauma lawyer
- The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower: a simple tool for you to voluntarily share that you have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent – and that you may need a helping hand, understanding, or more time in shops, at work, on transport, or in public spaces
Heads Up! Durham is celebrating 10 years
Launched in 2015, we are celebrating 10 years in support of our mission to weave Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) awareness, prevention, policy and support into the fiber of Durham Region through community action.
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Stay tuned for details of our 10th anniversary celebration on October 23, 2025.
Durham Region P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) Program - 2025
May 29th - P.A.R.T.Y. Program with Monsignor Paul Dwyer
Our P.A.R.T.Y. Program was delivered to Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School on May 29th.
This event was graciously hosted by The 420 Wing.
Our 2025 P.A.R.T.Y. Program expanded to include community groups such as Okanagan Hockey Ontario and the DRPS Youth in Policing Initiative, providing additional personal development opportunities.
Our P.A.R.T.Y. Program was delivered to Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School on May 29th.
This event was graciously hosted by The 420 Wing.
Our 2025 P.A.R.T.Y. Program expanded to include community groups such as Okanagan Hockey Ontario and the DRPS Youth in Policing Initiative, providing additional personal development opportunities.
Youth from Okanagan Hockey Ontario attended our P.A.R.T.Y. Program in April 2025.
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August 12th - P.A.R.T.Y. Program
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Recent and Upcoming Events
May 31, 2025 - Ajax Fire Services Community Day
The Brain Injury Association of Durham, BIAD, a valued partner of Heads Up! Durham, represented us at this event on May 31st held at Ajax Fire Station Headquarters.
June is Brain Injury Awareness Month
The Region of Durham and all of the eight Municipalities, when asked, declare that June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Some are also able to fly our flag. See additional information here.
August 12, 2025 - P.A.R.T.Y. Program with DRPS Youth in Policing
Our Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y.) Program will be delivered as part of DRPS's Youth in Policing program.
October 22, 2025 - From Impact to Insight: A Brain Injury Case Review
Our Chairperson, Linda Lowery, is pleased to be speaking at this event hosted by the Brain Injury Association of Durham.
The Brain Injury Association of Durham, BIAD, a valued partner of Heads Up! Durham, represented us at this event on May 31st held at Ajax Fire Station Headquarters.
June is Brain Injury Awareness Month
The Region of Durham and all of the eight Municipalities, when asked, declare that June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Some are also able to fly our flag. See additional information here.
August 12, 2025 - P.A.R.T.Y. Program with DRPS Youth in Policing
Our Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y.) Program will be delivered as part of DRPS's Youth in Policing program.
October 22, 2025 - From Impact to Insight: A Brain Injury Case Review
Our Chairperson, Linda Lowery, is pleased to be speaking at this event hosted by the Brain Injury Association of Durham.
Ongoing Concussion Webinars
The Canadian Concussion Centre is pleased to announce the continuation of its popular webinar series. These webinars will occur bi-weekly from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm EST. All webinars will take place over Zoom and the recordings will be posted on YouTube.
Register at: D.E. Systems - Registration | MyConference Suite
Register at: D.E. Systems - Registration | MyConference Suite
Brain Injury Canada launches Intro to Brain Injury e-course for caregivers
This self-guided course is available to caregivers, including family caregivers, free of charge. It covers an introduction to brain injury from diagnosis to recovery (which is often life-long), and touches on important topics such as the role of caregivers in recovery; tools for managing challenging behaviours for the support and safety of loved ones; strategies for safely supporting additional cognitive, emotional, and physical effects; and the intersectional nature of brain injury, and how identity and society impact health and recovery.
See NEW: Launching our first course for caregivers! (mailchi.mp)
See NEW: Launching our first course for caregivers! (mailchi.mp)
Sikh Mom Designs Helmet
NHL Will Require Helmets for Warmups
Players taking warmups without a helmet will officially be a thing of the past.
The NHL is making it mandatory for players who entered the NHL after the 2019-20 to wear helmets during warmups. Read more HERE.
Share Your TBI Story
Durham Region residents are encouraged to share their inspiring stories related to Traumatic Brain Injury. Send an email to: [email protected]
