Golf4Yuri Golf4Yuri was created in the memory of Yuri Mutiger. In 23 short years Yuri managed to leave his mark on the many people he touched. His winning smile will never be forgotten.  Golf4Yuri was established in order to in some small way help survivors of ABI (Acquired Brain Injury) and their families. The funds raised so far, have enabled several clients to attend the Boundless Adventure Camp. As well as giving clients the opportunity to experience and participate in new and challenging tasks, meet new friends, it also provides a most needed respite for the  care-givers. ABI does not just effect the person that has suffered the injury, it also has a deep impact on family and friends. The Golf4Yuri tournament has also sponsored a drama club production at the Erindale College Theatre. The actors were all ABI survivors. In addition your generosity has enabled the installation of new hardwood flooring, a new air-conditioning unit and new heavy duty washer, dryer and dishwasher, as well as updating some windows in residences for ABI survivors. Golf4Yuri Mission Our annual golf tournament's goals are: ·         To continue to provide support to ABI survivors ·         To provide some respite for care- givers ·         To promote community awareness and education about ABI   Did you know? Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the number one killer and disabler of young Canadians under the age of 40. The majority are young men between the ages of 15 and 30; Males experience brain injury twice as often as females; More than half the people with brain injuries are under the age of 20; the highest incidence rate is in the 15 to 19 age category. Every year, 50,000 Canadians sustain brain injuries. Every year, 16,000 Ontario residents sustain traumatic brain injuries; Each day in Ontario , 44 individuals sustain a brain injury. Motor Vehicle Collisions account for over half of all acquired brain injuries. Every five minutes someone is injured; Every seven hours, someone dies; Other causes include falls, illness, work-related injuries, sports and recreation injuries, and interpersonal crime. Every year in Canada , over 60 children will die as a result of bicycle related injuries, the majority from brain injury. Over 5,000 children will be seriously injured 75 percent of all cycling deaths involve brain injuries. Long-term consequences of brain injury affect the lives of about 26,000 individuals. 22 percent of people with catastrophic injuries never leave their homes; In Ontario, 92 percent of men and 100 percent of women who sustain brain injury NEVER return to full-time employment. Traumatic brain injuries are PREDICTABLE and usually PREVENTABLE. Bicyclists wearing helmets reduce the risk of brain injury by 88 percent. Families provide the majority of care for people with brain injuries. The brain in vulnerable to various types of injuries. The human skull provides little protection, as it less than ¼ inch thick and has a tendency to crack under pressure. Damaged brain cells DO NOT REPAIR or REPLACE themselves. Now more than ever, people are surviving brain injuries because of improvements in medical and trauma care, as well as ongoing safety improvements in motor vehicles, workplace safety, and sporting equipment standards. Many who would have died from their brain injury, now survive with diminished capacity for living. To find out more visit www.biaph.com