Our BCI Champions
Meet some of our BCI champions and learn how brain computer interface (BCI) technology is making a difference in their everyday lives.
Calling all BCI Champions!
Have you or your child used a BCI at Holland Bloorview and want to share the experience? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at bci@hollandbloorview.ca.
It was a huge breakthrough for Giselle, who has global developmental delay...She experiences challenges with movement so the fact that she is able to use [a BCI] to play videos games and turn videos on and off is really amazing.
- Naser & Samah, Giselle’s parents
Eva greatly enjoyed using the BCI technology, and it filled me with immense pride to see her in action! It has been incredible to see her independently make use of this technology to play.
- Natalie, Eva's mom
Using just his thoughts, [Seth has] played games, created art, coded, and even [drove] his own wheelchair. BCI gives Seth independence, pride, and a way to show what he’s capable of. It’s life-changing — a bridge to a more inclusive future.
– Melanie, Seth’s mom
Being part of the BCI program has been an incredible experience... We are grateful for the opportunities and support it has provided Zen.
– Kunval, Zen's mom
- June 1, 2026, CBC News, The National - How brain-computer interfaces are helping kids with disabilities
- December 2, 2025, Ontario Hospital Association - Scaling Brain Computer Interface Technology for Kids with Disabilities
- July 15, 2025, Windsor Star - 'Incredible' — Brain-powered tech lets Windsor kids with disabilities take control
- June 24, 2025 – CBC News Radio, Windsor Morning - Game changing technology shattering limits for people with disabilities.
- June 24, 2025, CBC News - 'Very emotional': Brain-computer tech gives kids with disabilities new powers
- February 26, 2025, The Globe and Mail - Turning thoughts into actions, this computer is helping children with disabilities let their imaginations run wild
- February 20, 2024, The Canadian Press - Brainwave-powered tech lets some disabled kids use their minds to move and play
- June 22, 2023, Toronto.com - Toronto hospital helping children with disabilities achieve autonomy by converting thoughts to action
- May 31, 2023, Toronto Star - How a Toronto hospital is using a brain-computer interface to help kids with disabilities play and paint — with their minds
- September 10, 2022, The Globe and Mail - Brain-computer interface at Toronto children’s hospital tests the potential for mind melds with machines.
