Soar Project Canada

December 10 is Human Rights Day, closing the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, a campaign that runs from November 25 to December 10. During this time, we’re called to reflect on how deeply gender-based violence (GBV) violates human rights.

#HumanRightsDay #16Days #EndGBV #SOAR

Brain injury is an overlooked outcome of IPV, up to 92% of survivors may experience one. SOAR and @injuryresearchbc.bsky.social created the Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT), a free 40-min course to help support workers recognize signs & respond with trauma-informed care: cattonline.com/home

Here's some great news! On December 3, 2025, MPs in Ottawa unanimously approved the second reading of Bailey’s Law (Bill C-225). The bill would treat violence against intimate partners as a distinct offence under the Criminal Code.

To learn more, click on the link in our bio.

This month’s Research Roundup breaks down new findings on how repeated brain injuries caused by intimate partner violence impacts the brains pathways.

#IPV-BI #ENDGBV #BrainInjuryAwareness

November 25th is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

From November 25 to December 10, we join the global call to end gender-based violence, highlighting the urgent need to invest in prevention and accountability.

#16Days #EndGBV #NoExcuse #TraumaInformedCare #IPVBI

Behind every statistic is a survivor living with an invisible injury. Brain injury from IPV is often unrecognized, misdiagnosed, or dismissed, yet it can shape every aspect of recovery and wellbeing.

Violence against Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people remains a national crisis in Canada.

The impacts of this violence are deep, affecting physical, emotional, and community wellbeing.

#MMIWG #EndViolence #BrainInjuryAwareness

October's Spotlight is highlighting Amy Moore, a valued collaborator and contributor in the field of IPV-BI!

Supporting professionals to recognize brain injury (#BI) from intimate partner violence (#IPV) is a key priority at SOAR. Take the free CATT training for Women’s Support Workers, link is in our bio. #SOAR #IPVBI #TraumaInformedCare

Octobers Research Roundup is here highlighting a study on brain injury, violence, and victimization.

#ResearchRoundup #IPV-BI #BrainInjury

October’s SOAR Spotlight shines on Shaelyn Fitzpatrick, RN, BScN (She/Her), an Injury Prevention Educator with expertise in the brain injury sector!

The CDC has launched a new online training on the link between intimate partner violence (IPV) and brain injury. Learn trauma-informed ways to recognize, respond, and support survivors. SOAR is featured! Start here: vetoviolence.cdc.gov/apps/tbi-ipv...
#IPVBI #EndGBV

Today, Oct 16, is #PurpleThursday, a day to raise awareness about intimate partner violence caused brain injury.

SOAR’s Dr. Paul van Donkelaar speaks in the Canadian Royal Purple Society feature on this underrecognized issue.

Read more: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

#IPVBI #EndViolence

The ENIGMA IPV (Esopenko Brain Health Lab) & PINK Concussions Virtual Conference takes place November 5–6, 2025, 10am–6pm EST!
Empowering Innovation in IPV & Brain Injury. SOAR is proud to sponsor survivor participation. Register: esopenkolab.com/general-info-and-registration.html #IPVBI #GBV

Put your knowledge to the test with this month’s "True or False" on #IPV and #BrainInjury and #MentalHealth

Join the Canadian Royal Purple Society’s free virtual event on Oct 15th from 12–2:30pm EST, on intimate partner violence & brain injury (#IPVBI). Hear from experts & advocates across Canada. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/canadian-c...

More than half of those who experience intimate partner violence are strangled. Strangulation is one of the deadliest forms of IPV, causing loss of consciousness within seconds and leading to brain injury or death within minutes.
#IPV #BrainInjury #StrangulationAwareness #EndGenderBasedViolence

Looking to strengthen your skills in supporting survivors of IPV? The free CATT for Women’s Support Workers course helps you recognize & respond to brain injuries in just 45 mins. Bilingual & includes a certificate! cattonline.com/course/concu...

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. The day recognizes the Indigenous children who never made it home and honours Survivors of residential schools, along with their families & communities.

Find more resources at: www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...

Voices for Change, Oct 3 (12–1pm PDT, online). A free workshop hosted by Kelowna Women’s Shelter in partnership with REAL Talk by Sagesse to help you recognize signs of IPV, respond with empathy, and support survivors. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/voices-for...

#VoicesForChange

The Manitoba GBV Symposium is Oct 7–9 in Winnipeg with the Manitoba Association of Women's Shelters! On Oct 9, SOAR’s ED Karen Mason presents on recognizing & responding to IPV-caused brain injury. Don’t miss this event: tinyurl.com/mrykbt98
#GBVSymposium2025

The cycle of abuse often follows 4 stages: honeymoon, tension, explosion, break. While common, stages may appear in a different order or be absent.

Understanding the #CycleOfAbuse is a key step to recognizing possible abuse. For support & resources, visit sheltersafe.ca.

SOAR has submitted recommendations to the federal Department of Finance calling for urgent investment in addressing intimate partner violence, brain injury, and femicide in Canada's 2025 budget. Survivors deserve recognition, protection, and support, and these measures are needed to impact change.

Here’s a quick look at training from SOAR’s Executive Director, Karen Mason, on supporting survivors of intimate partner violence–caused brain injuries.

To book a session, email info@soarproject.ca or book on our website through this link! soarproject.ca/trainings-pr...

A one-of-a-kind clinic for survivors of IPV-caused brain injury has closed. SOAR, having worked with its clinicians, knows its vital impact. We’re calling on WRHA & Manitoba Health to reinstate & fund it now. Letters on our site; CBC link in bio. #IPVBI

Want to learn more about the connection between intimate partner violence (IPV) and brain injury (BI)?

Explore SOAR’s resources, research, and training tools designed to support survivors and those who work with them.

Follow this link to learn more: soarproject.ca

Need training on IPV & brain injury? SOAR offers engaging, customized sessions to help professionals recognize & respond to IPV-BI. Led by SOAR's Executive Director Karen Mason. Learn more: soarproject.ca/trainings-pr... #SOARProject #IPVBI #BrainInjuryAwareness

Learn more about brain injury caused by intimate partner violence. SOAR offers free tools & training for frontline workers, survivors & advocates—in English & French. Explore our resources page: soarproject.ca/resources/ #IPVBI #SOARProject

WAGE funding has helped make SOAR’s growth and sustainability possible. Losing it would devastate orgs supporting women and gender-diverse folx. We’ve signed the joint letter urging the gov’t to protect WAGE. 📢 www.criaw-icref.ca/statements/s...

A history of intimate partner violence against women is the primary risk factor for intimate partner homicide. In Canada, 60% of spousal homicides involve past family violence.

#EndGenderBasedViolence #ViolencePrevention #SupportSurvivors #CallItFemicide