2026 Brain Health Summit - York University, Toronto

The Brain Health Summit is centred around the 6 Pillars of Brain Health:

• Aerobic exercise
• Cognitive exercise
• Nutrition
• Limiting harmful exposures
• Sleep hygiene
• Mindfulness

It's a highly engaging, comprehensive symposium on brain health and neuro-enhancing performance, with a strong emphasis on practical, actionable strategies that bridge research with real-world application.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

DAY 1: THURSDAY, JUNE 18: Seeds of Change Evening Experience & Dinner | 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

• Mocktails and appetizers
• Vendor exploration, free treatments, and activations
• Unmasking Brain Injury Art Exhibit
• Research poster session
• Keynote speeches
• Brain-healthy dinner

DAY 2: FRIDAY, JUNE 19: Conference Day | 6:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Breakfast, coffee, tea
• Nourish your mind with brain-healthy food and beverages
• Engage with vendors that support brain health

Translating research to real-life talks: Diving into the 6 pillars of brain health:

• Listen to Dr. Matthew Galati, Medical Doctor & TBI survivor for his first-hand experience with resiliency and mindset
• Join us in honouring Dr. Norman Doidge in-person for his impact following his book, “The Brain That Changes Itself”
• Hear from Barbara Arrowsmith-Young on the Principles of Neuroplasticity
• Learn about brain-healthy nutrition with Dr. Mary Sco.
• Combine movement and cognition with Dr. Lauren Sergio
• Framework to overcome balance and mobility issues with Dr. George Mochizuki
• Limiting Harmful Exposures with Andrea Nakayama
• Pathways to Neurotrauma Care by Judith Gargaro
• & MORE

Interactive Workshops:

• Morning run or modified yoga (Change room facilities available)
• Breathwork by Italian World-Champion Free-Diver, Simona Auteri
• Cognitive training workshop by the Arrowsmith School
• Human-Garage fascia release movements with Julie Ottoborgo
• Practice medical Qi Gong with Dr. Heather Wolf
• Relax into a sound bath with Bree Bonanno
• Understanding olive oil with Dr. Mary Sco

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