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Toronto Stroke Networks

Learn about how we are working towards our vision:

Fewer Strokes. Better Outcomes.

Strategic Plan

Upcoming Event

29th Jan

Dysphagia Rehabilitation Workshop

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About us

The Toronto Stroke Networks (TSNs) are made up of three stroke networks: the North & East GTA Stroke Network (NEGTASN), the South East Toronto Stroke Network (SETSN) and the Toronto West Stroke Network (TWSN). As part of the eleven stroke networks within Ontario, the TSNs work within a broader coordinated provincial stroke system (Ontario Stroke System).

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Land acknowledgement

The Toronto Stroke Networks’ acknowledges that we are on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Anishinaabe, the Ojibway/Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and this land is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We do this to reaffirm our commitment and responsibility in improving relationships between nations and to improving our own understanding of local indigenous peoples and their cultures.

Stroke is a medical
emergency! If you
suspect a stroke act
F.A.S.T. Call 9-1-1

Spot a stroke - act F.A.S.T. Face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficultly, time is critical -- call 911.
Stroke is the second leading cause of death in Canada after heart disease.
Annual stroke occurrence rates in Canada have increased, with roughly one stroke occurring every five minutes.
For every minute delay in treating a stroke, the average patient loses 1.9 million brain cells.
80% of strokes are preventable by leading a healthy lifestyle.
Stroke costs the Canadian health care system more than $3 billion each year.
Approximately 20% of all ischemic strokes occur while people are asleep.

Upcoming Events

  • 29 Jan
    Dysphagia Rehabilitation Workshop

    This one-day in-person workshop will provide Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) working in stroke care with practical, evidence-based skills to assess and treat post-stroke dysphagia.

    Location: Toronto Rehab, 550 University Avenue, Lecture Room (001B – B – 121)

    Target Audience: Speech-Language Pathologists working primarily in stroke care in Toronto

    For more information and registration details click here

    Event Contact: sandy.lyeo@sunnybrook.ca

  • 29 Jan
    Dysphagia Rehabilitation Workshop

    This one-day in-person workshop will provide Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) working in stroke care with practical, evidence-based skills to assess and treat post-stroke dysphagia.

    Location: Toronto Rehab, 550 University Avenue, Lecture Room (001B – B – 121)

    Target Audience: Speech-Language Pathologists working primarily in stroke care in Toronto

    For more information and registration details click here

    Event Contact: sandy.lyeo@sunnybrook.ca

    29 Jan 26
  • 04 Feb
    Provincial Stroke Rounds - Post Endovascular Thrombectomy Care: Evidence, Practice and Evolving Challenges

    Presenter: Dr. Alvarado Bolaños MD

    Virtual event hosted by the Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network

    Event Poster: click here for objectives and Microsoft Teams link

     

     

    4 Feb 26
  • 04 Feb
    Post-Stroke Dizziness and Vestibular Rehabilitation

    This one-day in-person workshop will provide clinicians working in stroke care with practical, evidence-based skills to assess and treat post-stroke dizziness and implement vestibular
    rehabilitation strategies.

    Location: West Park Healthcare Centre, Auditorium (WP-2A-137)

    Target Audience: Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists working primarily in stroke care in Toronto

    For more information and registration details click here

    Event Contact: sandy.lyeo@sunnybrook.ca

    4 Feb 26
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