The 20th Annual BRI Symposium
The Bloorview Research Institute is pleased to host its 20th Annual BRI Symposium on Tuesday, Nov. 25 and Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, at the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Conference Centre. This year's symposium will be offered in a hybrid format, with opportunities to participate either in person or online.
The theme is From Ideas to Action: Advancing Transformational Care and Support in Childhood-Onset Disability.
This two-day event will feature:
- Keynote presentations
- Student trainee oral and poster competitions
- The Pursuit Award competition
- Research talks and breakout sessions
- Exhibits showcasing innovation
- Networking opportunities, including a reception
- Awards recognizing excellence in research and impact
Join researchers, clinicians, industry, trainees, and families as we share new knowledge and strengthen collaborations in childhood disability research.
The symposium is generously sponsored by
Gold sponsor
Acadia Pharmaceuticals is advancing breakthroughs in neuroscience and rare disease to improve quality of life. With more than 600 employees based in San Diego, CA, Princeton, NJ, and around the world, Acadia is dedicated to fighting diseases and helping brighter moments shine through for patients and their loved ones.
Silver sponsors
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Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) is a Canada-wide network that invests in and supports the spread, scale, implementation and expansion of access to proven solutions for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. KBHN’s vision is for all children to enjoy a good quality of life, participate in every aspect of society, and reach their full potential. | The Ontario Brain Institute (OBI) is a provincially funded, not-for-profit organization that accelerates brain health research and innovation to improve outcomes for the 1 in 3 Ontarians living with a brain disorder. Through an integrated 'team science' approach, OBI connects researchers, clinicians, industry, patients, and advocates to foster discovery and deliver innovative products and services that improve the lives of those living with brain disorders. |
Bronze sponsor
PlaySpace is a digital therapeutic ecosystem that empowers mental health professionals to deliver more engaging and effective care. Its mission is to improve care for vulnerable and underserved populations by making providers more accessible and better equipped to connect with those who need them.
A draft agenda for the 20th Annual BRI Symposium is now available. Please note that session details are subject to change as planning continues.
