Mr. Speaker, I rise to table two petitions.
The first is a petition from Canadians who are calling for urgent federal investment on brain injury awareness, prevention and treatment.
Petitioners note that brain injuries can occur in many ways, from accidents to illness and strokes, and often result in serious physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural effects. They further point out that brain injuries are frequently linked with other challenges, including substance use and homelessness, creating additional barriers for people affected.
It is estimated that 1.6 million Canadians are living with a brain injury today, yet there is no coordinated national response. The petitioners therefore call upon the Government of Canada to support Bill C-206, the development of a national strategy on brain injuries, in order to improve awareness and prevention and to ensure better access to treatment, rehabilitation and recovery supports for Canadians living with the impacts of brain injury.