We're thrilled to welcome three incredible leaders to our Board of Directors: Liz Choi, Sarah Jane Lee, and Saul Katz! Their diverse expertise and passion for supporting children, families, and communities will help drive our mission of improving the lives of kids with neurodevelopmental disabilities. 💙 Together, they join our dedicated team of experts, shaping strategies and turning ideas into impactful solutions. Read more: #KBHN #NeurodevelopmentalDisabilities #Leadership #Innovation #ChangeMakers #BoardOfDirectors #StrongerTogether

🎉 Join us for an exclusive online seminar presented by the Department of Community Health Sciences and the O’Brien Institute for Public Health: Kids Brain Health Network: Catalyzing Evidence into Collective Action 🧠 Dr. James Reynolds will explore the history and impact of the Kids Brain Health Network, sharing two insightful case studies on how the network is transforming knowledge into action to improve outcomes for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. 🔍 Learning Objectives: Understand critical environmental factors affecting early brain development Learn about risk factors for developmental vulnerability Explore family-centered interventions for addressing developmental challenges and aggression 🗓️ Date and Time: February 27, 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm MST 🖥️ Register via Zoom to attend this online-exclusive event. ➡️ For more details, visit #KidsBrainHealth #Neurodevelopment #PublicHealth #ChildDevelopment #FamilySupport #HealthSeminar

"The fragmented nature of provincial and territorial disability policies means that access to many programs and services depends on where in Canada people with disabilities live." Read our article ⤵️ @sasktodayca.

⏳ Extended deadline for KBHN Outstanding Awards! ⏳ The KBHN Outstanding Awards honour exceptional individuals in the field of neurodevelopmental disabilities and family engagement. Whether you're nominating a trainee, researcher, mentor, or family leader, this is your chance to recognize the people who are driving change. With the new deadline of February 28, 2025, there’s still time to submit your nominations. This year’s categories include: 🌟 Outstanding Trainee Member Award 🌟 Outstanding Promising Researcher Award 🌟 Outstanding Mentor/Supervisor Award 🌟 Outstanding Leadership Award in Family Engagement in Research 📲 Nominate here: 🗓️ Deadline: February 28, 2025 #KBHNAwards #CelebrateExcellence #NeurodevelopmentalDisabilities #NominateNow #DeadlineExtension

💪 Meet Alex, a fitness enthusiast with cerebral palsy, who’s redefining what it means to stay active and independent! Alex shows the team from Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) how her robotic walker helps her stay on the move. 🙌✨ Read more about Alex's story at @UCalgaryMed #FitnessInspiration #CerebralPalsy #TechForGood #KBHN #InclusiveTech #RoboticWalker #Empowerment #InnovationInAction

Today’s good news: More Community Support for Healthcare Recruitment, Retention: Communities working on recruiting and retaining healthcare workers can now apply for up to $100,000 to support their efforts. Read the full story:

RT @EmpoweredKidsON: We are excited to welcome Dr. Maude Champagne to #EKOSS2025! Register today to hear from thi…

We’re thrilled to welcome Shannon Gill as Kids Brain Health Foundation's (KBHF) new Chief Fund Development Officer! With 20+ years of experience in government and non-profit sectors, Shannon’s leadership will help us accelerate our mission to support children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. Read about Shannon’s expertise in philanthropy and innovation here: #KBHF #Neurodiversity #Philanthropy #Innovation #ShannonGill #ChangingLives

🚨 Nomination Deadline Extended! 🚨 It’s time to celebrate those who are making a difference in neurodevelopmental disability research and family engagement! The 2024-2025 Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) Outstanding Awards are open for nominations — and we’ve extended the deadline to February 28, 2025! These awards recognize individuals who are shaping the future through their dedication and achievements. The four award categories this year include: 🏆 Outstanding Trainee Member Award 🏆 Outstanding Promising Researcher Award 🏆 Outstanding Mentor/Supervisor Award 🏆 Outstanding Leadership Award in Family Engagement in Research (FER) Don’t miss your chance to honour someone who’s making an impact. ✨ Nominate today! 📅 🔗 #KBHNAwards #NominateNow #CommunityChampions #ResearchExcellence #DeadlineExtension

Families face years-long waitlists for disability programs. Many are left in the dark about their application status, unsure when support will come. Read the full report: @UCalgary @policy_school @mcgillu @bfinlay05 @samuelragot @LucyLach @jdzwicker

RT @InformedOps: "Disability Policy in Canada: Provincial & Territorial Report marks an important step toward establishing a nationwide sys…

🎉Congratulations to KBHN-funded researcher Dr. Chaya Kulkarni on receiving a special commendation at the 2024 IHDCYH Talks competition! Dr. Kulkarni’s infographic highlights the steps to enhance equitable access to services through the Infant and Early Mental Health Care Pathways. View the infographic:

Parents and caregivers applying for a support program face a lengthy, complicated process. They call for a simpler and more accessible system. Read the full report by the Disability Policy Research Program at @UCalgary @policy_school and @mcgillu:

Delta Connex Parent Peer Group February 22 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 pm The parent group is an opportunity for parents with children who have ADHD, FASD or other complex behaviours to come together. At the group you can learn and reflect on your life as a parent of children that may behave in ways that are unexpected and a challenge to understand.

What do children with disabilities and their families need to thrive? 📺 Watch the recorded webinar hosted by @ChildHealthCan, featuring experts from @canchildcentre, @McMasterU. Learn about the essential supports families need across healthcare, education, and community services—and discover actionable strategies to create positive change. 🎤 Speakers: Anna Swain, Dr. Kinga Pozniak, Dr. Olaf Kraus de Camargo @DevPeds, and Dr. Genevieve Currie. 📌 Watch now:

RT @OntarioBrain: #ICYMI: Our partner @KidsBrainHealth (KBHN) has released a comprehensive report series on #disabilitypolicy in Canada, de…

Many families are denied support because their income is "too high," yet they still struggle to afford the real costs of their child’s disability. Read the report developed by @UCalgary @policy_school @mcgillu researchers:

Many of the parents and caregivers we surveyed did not know about the disability programs we asked about and had difficulty finding out which programs they could access. Read our report developed by DiPo at @UCalgary @policy_school and @mcgillu. 👉

The model is so effective because it combines the clinical expertise of professionals with the lived experience of family members. “What a caregiver brings to the team is different, first-hand knowledge, first-hand experience,” says Sheila.