Navigating Brain Injury in the Workplace: Acclaim Ability Management and the Ontario Brain Injury Association Collaborate to Inform and Empower Employers

Toronto, Ontario, June 11th 2025: Brain injuries are uniquely complex and often misunderstood in the context of work. Workplaces may be unprepared to navigate the invisible challenges of brain injuries—and employees are the ones paying the price. In their latest collaboration, Acclaim Ability Management Inc. and the Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA) bring forward the experiences of those affected, while encouraging employers to take informed, compassionate steps toward inclusive return-to-work planning.

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Shedding light on Canadian brain injury statistics, the article pulls back the curtain on realities of acquired brain injury in the workplace, highlighting the critical role of tailored accommodations and compassionate employer response in supporting meaningful recovery and reintegration.

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The goal is to build a stronger bridge between clinical understanding and workplace accommodations, fostering a psychologically safe environment that supports both individual recovery and long-term organizational productivity.

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Dedicated to enhancing the lives of Ontarians living with acquired brain injury through education, awareness, and support services, OBIA has become a trusted voice across healthcare, policy, and workplace communities through its leadership and longstanding advocacy.

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“At OBIA, we recognize that returning to work after a brain injury is not just about resuming one's job, it is about rebuilding a life. We are proud to collaborate with Acclaim Ability Management to raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by individuals living with brain injuries and to promote compassionate, person-centered return-to-work strategies.”

Ruth Wilcock, RP, Chief Executive Officer
Ontario Brain Injury Association

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For HR professionals and employers, this article offers clear insight into how informed adjustments can lead to better outcomes for both employees and organizations.

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You can read the full article on the Ontario Brain Injury Association website here.