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Policy and Practice

Brain Canada–funded research is shaping policy in Canada and globally. An assessment of funded publications from 2011 to 2022 found 10% were cited in policy documents—nearly double the academic average. Our investments are advancing international concussion guidelines, strengthening youth hockey safety rules, and advancing suicide prevention policies worldwide. 

Brain bank fuels informs policy on suicide prevention

Concussion research helps to protect kids’ brains

Screens are changing young brains. Canada needs a plan

Brain Canada's Brief on Bill C-277

Submission to Commons Health Committee urges action to move research into practice, and improve prevention, treatment and recovery from traumatic brain injury, a leading cause of disability in Canada  

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