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strOKe Lab attends Canadian Stroke Congress 2026 in Banff, AB
The Canadian Stroke Congress is Canada’s go-to meeting in stroke research and innovation, bringing together national and international leaders in the field. This year’s conference agenda included workshops for Trainees, Early Career Researchers, Research Coordinators, People with Stroke Lived Experience, and more!
Congratulations to Jackie!
Congratulations to Jacquelyn Puckey for recently winning the 2026 BPOC Award of Excellence. The award is intended to recognize excellence in research and scholarly performance by BPOC (Black and People of Colour) graduate students and to address systemic barriers they experience in their training.
Congratulations to Matt!
Congratulations to Matthew Bird for getting into the University of Northern British Columbia’s MD program! We wish you all the best and know you will become a brilliant doctor in the future!
Congratulations to Isabelle!
Congratulations to Isabelle Rash Nadel, who recently completed her PhD Dissertation Defense in Rehabilitation Sciences, focusing on novel technologies and enhancing the delivery of telerehabilitation programs post-stroke! We can’t wait to see what the future holds next for Dr. Isabelle Rash Nadel!
Congratulations to Dr. Brodie Sakakibara for being named the Department for Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy’s “Scholar of the Month”
“We have to focus on empowerment.” This month, Dr. Brodie Sakakibara, whose work powerfully argues for stroke to be seen as more than a one-off event; the importance of supporting self-management in rehabilitation after hospitalization; and the benefits of virtual care and telehealth in rehab.
Register for ‘Her Heart Matters Lawn Bowling Social’ 2026!
Join us for our second annual evening of friendly competition and heartfelt purpose at the Lawn Bowling Social Fundraiser in support of The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Hosted at the beautiful Kelowna Lawn Bowling Club in City Park, this casual summer night out includes lawn bowling, a burger, chips, and a drink with every ticket. Choose from beer, cider, coolers, or pop, with a cash bar open all evening. The evening will also include a silent auction and prizes, with all proceeds supporting life-saving research, education, and awareness through The Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Participate in ENHANCE!
ENHANCE or ‘Exploring the natural history of chronic disease self-management and health resource utilization after stroke’ is now recruiting participants!
strOKe Lab hosts Open House “Understanding Stroke Research in the Okanagan” at H20’s Mix and Mingle
The UBC Okanagan Stroke Research Lab recently held an open house during H20 Kelowna’s monthly Mix and Mingle event. Individuals were invited to ask questions, learn about advancements in research, gain information for participating in clinical trials, and obtain resources for after-stroke supports. Thank you to everyone who came out to support!
Participate in POWER
Participate in POWER! POWER is now recruiting participants!
