The current and past winners of the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada bursary are: Sahar H. from Surrey, British Columbia Hamza E. from Richmond, British Columbia Fred B. from Mackenzie, British Columbia Jacob Y. from Qualicum Beach, British Columbia Anne N. from Beaverlodge, Alberta Rahul S. from Vancouver, British Columbia Adegbuyi A. from… Read More

Saeideh Shahin, PhD student, McGill University is conducting a research project among youth and young adults aged 12-30 years old with physical disabilities (having a mobility restriction). Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/asbhq/posts/339300762741641… Read More

Bloorview Research Institute Research Study Are you a young person with spina bifida between 10-24 years of age? Would you like to talk about what health and wellness means to you Consider participating in our study! What is this study about: We want to explore what ‘health’ and ‘wellness’ means to young people with spina… Read More

We thank the SBHAC Research committee and  professional reviewers for assisting in the selection of successful applicants/projects.    Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Pediatric Patients with Spinal Cord Disorders Principal Investigator- Dr. Andrew MacNeily – BC Children’s Hospital, UBC, Vancouver, BC Treatment of Hydrocephalus in Children and Adults: An Analysis of Treatment, Complications and… Read More

Bud, Spud and Steak Fundraiser – Postponed… Read More

We are a research team from KITE, the research arm of Toronto Rehab-University Health Network. We want to learn about the main barriers to accessibility that individuals in Canada experience. Who is invited to participate: Individuals who are 18 years old or older, live in Canada, and identify as atleast one of the following: A… Read More

SBHAC Financial-Statements as at April 2019 (PDF). Previous SBHAC Financial Statements as at April 2018 (PDF) SBHAC Financial Statements as at April 2017 (PDF) SBHAC Financial Statements as at April 2016 (PDF)… Read More

June is National Spina Bifida Awareness Month. Spina bifida is the #1 physically disabling birth defect in newborns. Please read more and consider making a difference. Donate today!… Read More

Supporters of the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada came out in record numbers to the 6th Annual SBHAC Bud, Spud and Steak Fundraiser on April 18, 2019, at the Belgian Club/Royal Canadian Legion 107 in Winnipeg. We raised $16,265.00 through event tickets sales, donations, as well as silent auction, 50/50, grand prize and… Read More

We want to thank everyone for attending and participating in our family and adult conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We hope you had a wonderful time!   Thanks to our Major Sponsor, The Winnipeg Foundation.     Thanks to our Partner Sponsors, Medtronic and Nestlé Materna.       Thanks to our Wine Sponsor, RBC Royal Bank.     Thanks… Read More

Clear skies and cool weather greeted enthusiastic golfers who joined us on September 15th for our 5th Annual SBHAC Golf Classic.  Many Thanks to everyone who came out to support SBHAC, and the volunteers who helped make the event a success. The round of golf was followed up with a delicious chicken and ribs dinner… Read More

The Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Canada was chosen for the 2018 Coin box program with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries – Liquor Marts. Your donation will help us in our mission to educate young women on the importance of taking a multivitamin that contains folic acid before becoming pregnant to prevent neural tube defects… Read More