March of Dimes: We’re thrilled to announce Janelle Biagioni as our 2025 Disability Changemaker of the Year
Janelle is a trailblazer in disability advocacy whose work has transformed how Canada supports brain injury survivors. From championing the National Strategy on Brain Injury to leading inclusive research and policy reform, her impact is national in scope and deeply personal in spirit.
Her leadership has helped shift brain injury from a siloed medical issue to a recognized public health priority — ensuring survivors and families are heard, supported, and empowered to act.
Join us October 23 at the Liberty Grand in Toronto for the Changemakers Supper Club and awards — a night to celebrate and support programs that help dismantle barriers to inclusion for people with disabilities.
Preventing brain injuries, particularly traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), is crucial as they can lead to temporary or permanent cognitive, physical, and emotional impairments. The key strategies revolve around reducing the risk of head trauma in various settings
Stroke Survivors Advocacy Group of Canada is dedicated to advocating for stroke survivors and providing support to both survivors and caregivers.