Nanaimo Brain Injury Society

What Nanaimo Brain Injury Society does

Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS) is a registered non-profit society founded in 1988 and headquartered at 101-235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia. The organization delivers non-medical support, education, and peer programs to individuals affected by acquired brain injury — including stroke survivors, concussion survivors, and traumatic brain injury survivors — as well as to their families and caregivers, across the Nanaimo region of Vancouver Island. Its core service portfolio comprises Individual Support (Community Navigator Program, Life After Brain Injury Program, Brain Injury ID Cards), Family & Caregiver Support, a Peer Support Program with 1-1, group, social, and hospital visitation modalities, Community Workshops (including Understanding Brain Injury), and Youth & Schools Programs (Concussion 101, Helmets for Kids).

NBIS does not operate a proprietary technology platform; services are delivered in person at the Nanaimo office, through community-based programming, and virtually via Zoom for remote clients. The organization's infrastructure is human-led and volunteer-supported, with referral intake from healthcare providers, self-referrals, and community outreach channels.

The business model is grant- and donation-funded rather than revenue-generating from clients. NBIS receives funding through government grants and program contracts (Province of British Columbia, Island Health, United Way Central/Northern Vancouver Island, BC Brain Injury Alliance), supplemented by individual donations (monthly recurring and one-time) and modest local sponsorships (Ackroyd Financial, First West Credit Union, Rotary Club of Nanaimo). All services to clients are provided free of charge. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors and led by Executive Director Kix Citton.

Name

Nanaimo Brain Injury Society

Legal name

Nanaimo Brain Injury Society

Website

https://nbis.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Nanaimo Brain Injury Society is a Nanaimo, British Columbia-based non-profit founded in 1988 that provides free non-medical support, peer programs, and education to individuals affected by acquired brain injury and their families across the Vancouver Island region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Brain Injury Support Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG), Neurologic Rehabilitation Centers (Stroke/TBI/SCI/MS/Parkinson’s) (HLADAJAH)

Keywords

• Brain injury support
• Peer support services
• Nonprofit social services
• Caregiver support services
• Community health education

Headquarters

HQ city

Nanaimo

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Grants and Program Contracts: NBIS receives funding through government grants and program contracts to deliver core services. The organization states it relies on community support to fund core costs and programming needs not covered by grants or program contracts.
2. Donations: Individual donations from donors support the organization's operations and programming. NBIS accepts monthly recurring donations and one-time contributions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Nanaimo Brain Injury Society delivers free, non-medical support, education, and peer programs for individuals affected by acquired brain injury and their families in the Nanaimo region of Vancouver Island, BC. Core offerings span individual support (Community Navigator, Life After Brain Injury Program, Brain Injury ID Cards), family and caregiver support, peer support (1-1, group, hospital visitation), social programming, community workshops, virtual education, and youth concussion and helmet safety initiatives. Services are funded through grants, program contracts, and community donations.

Product overview

The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society (NBIS) is a non-profit organization that provides a comprehensive suite of support services for individuals affected by acquired brain injury. Rather than a technology product, NBIS offers an integrated service portfolio centered around peer support, education, and community connection. Core offerings include Individual Support Services (featuring the Community Navigator Program, Life After Brain Injury Program, and Brain Injury ID Cards), Family & Caregiver Support, and the Peer Support Program with multiple delivery channels including 1-1 support, Group Support, Social Program activities, and Virtual Client Drop-Ins via Zoom. Education and prevention services include Community Workshops (such as the Understanding Brain Injury Workshop), Virtual Education Sessions, and Youth & Schools Programs including Concussion 101 and the Helmets for Kids Initiative. All programs aim to provide support, education, and connection for people affected by acquired brain injury since 1988.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Support Services Comprehensive support services for individuals affected by acquired brain injury, including the Community Navigator Program, Life After Brain Injury Program, and Brain Injury ID Cards to help clients navigate recovery and community resources.
• Community Navigator Program Program connecting brain injury survivors with community resources and support services to aid in their recovery journey.
• Life After Brain Injury Program An 8-session educational program helping participants learn about and navigate life after acquired brain injury, supplemented by peer support volunteers sharing lived experiences.
• Brain Injury ID Cards Identification cards for individuals with brain injury to help communicate their condition and needs to first responders and service providers.
• Family & Caregiver Support Support services specifically designed for families and caregivers of individuals living with acquired brain injury.
• Peer Support Program Program offering 1-1 support, group support, and social programs connecting brain injury survivors with trained peer support volunteers, including hospital visitation at NRGH Rehabilitation Unit.
• Social Program Weekly Thursday social activities including crafts, games, guided painting, nature walks, and community outings designed to help clients connect, create, and have fun with peers.
• Client Coffee Drop-in Weekly informal Monday afternoon gathering for NBIS clients to connect with others over coffee in a supportive environment.
• Virtual Client Drop-In Online virtual drop-in sessions held weekly via Zoom, providing remote peer support and connection opportunities for brain injury clients.
• Chair Yoga for Clients & Caregivers Free yoga sessions adapted for clients and caregivers, held at the NBIS office, sponsored by Ackroyd Financial and NBIS.
• Community Workshops Educational workshops including the Understanding Brain Injury Workshop covering causes, symptoms, recovery tips, and community resources.
• Understanding Brain Injury Workshop Free workshop educating participants about brain injury causes and symptoms, recovery strategies, and available programs and community resources.
• Virtual Education Sessions Online educational sessions providing brain injury information and support to the community.
• Concussion 101 Education program teaching youth about concussion prevention, recognition, and proper response.
• Helmets for Kids Initiative Program providing helmets to children in need to promote helmet safety and prevent brain injuries.
• Commercial Street Night Market Community Booth Regular community outreach booth at the weekly Night Market, promoting brain injury awareness and education to the public.

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BC Brain Injury AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBC Brain Injury Alliance funds the NBIS Social Program. The alliance supports brain injury organizations across British Columbia and represents the brain injury community at provincial levels.
• Island HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIsland Health is a regional health authority providing healthcare services. NBIS volunteers visit the NRGH Rehabilitation Unit to provide peer support to patients recovering from acquired brain injury.
• City of NanaimocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal government partner providing community support and collaboration for local brain injury awareness initiatives.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal university partnership potentially for student practicums, research collaboration, or educational programs.
• Nanaimo Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNBIS participates in the Commercial Street Night Market organized by the Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce for community outreach and education.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Neil Squire Society: BC-based nonprofit using technology and peer support to help people with disabilities. Comparable given BC geographic overlap, disability-focused nonprofit model, and emphasis on peer-driven services.
• BC Brain Injury Alliance: The provincial umbrella organization for brain injury societies in BC, including NBIS itself. Direct peer given shared brain injury focus, overlapping funder base, and Alliance-level coordination of regional societies.
• Brain Injury Canada: National nonprofit dedicated to brain injury awareness, support, and advocacy. Direct peer operating at national scale with comparable mission around acquired brain injury support, education, and community connection.

Broad incumbents

• March of Dimes Canada: Established national nonprofit providing disability services including Stroke Recovery Canada and post-stroke support programs. Comparable peer given similar ABI/Stroke survivor programming and nonprofit service delivery model.
• Brain Injury Association of America: Large US-based brain injury advocacy and support organization. Comparable given similar acquired brain injury focus and chapter-based service delivery, though operating at much larger national scale.

Regional players

• Community Living BC: BC Crown agency funding and supporting community-based services for adults with developmental disabilities and ABI. Comparable given BC nonprofit funding ecosystem overlap and disability support service model.
• Disability Alliance BC: BC-wide nonprofit advocating for and supporting people with disabilities. Comparable as a regional disability support nonprofit with overlapping government funder base and free client services model.

Emerging players

• Concussion Legacy Foundation: International nonprofit focused on concussion research, education, and support. Comparable given overlap with NBIS's Concussion 101 and helmet safety programming for youth and schools.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCp7OjOzW7LkPNArq-3H85hg
• Facebookfacebook.com/nanaimobrain
• Instagraminstagram.com/nanaimobraininjurysociety
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nanaimobraininjurysociety

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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