Our Children’s Resilience and Joy Lays the Foundation for Our Shared Strength.
Dear Ontario Supporter,
I am reaching out about an urgent initiative that needs your immediate attention and action—the Brainable program, a flagship educational initiative developed by Women’s Brain Health Initiative (WBHI). This transformative program, which has already made a significant impact on over 22,000 students, is now at risk of being discontinued due to a lack of sustained funding.
Brainable empowers students in grades five to eight with critical knowledge of the Six Pillars of Brain Health: Stress Management, Exercise, Mental Stimulation, Social Activity, Nutrition, and Sleep. These lessons address a mounting crisis in youth mental health—one that cannot wait.
The Problem is Clear
Program evaluation from Queen's University, conducted by Drs. Heidi Cramm and Erna Snelgrove-Clarke, reveals alarming trends from exit surveys of Brainable participants. Many students report struggling with screen and social media addiction—issues that disrupt their sleep, diet, exercise, and stress management, all key components of the Six Pillars.
These challenges are not abstract. Children are identifying their struggles and asking for help. While bans on devices or social media are being explored in various jurisdictions, evidence shows these measures alone are ineffective. Education is the key.
Why Brainable Works
Brainable is not just another program; it’s a proven solution. It equips students with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions and build healthier habits, helping them take control of their device use rather than being controlled by it.
Despite its overwhelming success and cost-effectiveness—just $30 per student—Brainable’s future is uncertain. WBHI’s initial funding from the Ministry of Education has ended, leaving more than 3,000 students on a growing waiting list. WBHI is seeking three years of funding to ensure this vital program reaches more students and sustains its momentum.
Brainable Delivers Results
This program fills a critical gap in Ontario’s school curriculum. With children increasingly on mental health waitlists and emergency room visits on the rise, Brainable stands out as a robust and engaging solution validated by a strategic advisory board of experts, parents, and educators.
How You Can Help
We need your voice. Please contact your Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) today and ask them to call on Premier Ford and Education Minister Jill Dunlop to get funding for Brainable. We’ve prepared a customizable advocacy letter for you to send to make it easier.
Here’s how to act:
Use our letter template here.
Enter your contact details and your MPP will automatically populate.
Press the “Add Your Voice” button.
Together, we can ensure that Brainable continues to equip our youth with the tools they need to thrive. Please act now to protect and expand this critical program.
Every moment matters. Every child’s mind matters.
Thank you for standing with us to champion the well-being of Ontario’s children,
Lynn Posluns,
President & CEO,
Women’s Brain Health Initiative
Thank you for your interest in Brainable! Currently, we are proud to operate as an Ontario based education program, empowering learners across the province. If you'd like to see Brainable in your province, your voice matters! Contact your Premier and Minister of Education to express your support for bringing this transformative program to your community. Together, we can expand access to impactful education for all!
Thank you for your interest in Brainable! Currently, we are proud to operate as an Ontario based education program, empowering learners across the province. If you'd like to see Brainable in your province, your voice matters! Contact your Premier and Minister of Education to express your support for bringing this transformative program to your community. Together, we can expand access to impactful education for all!
