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Office Relocation Notice

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
After several decades at our 890 W. Pender Street office, Parkinson Society British Columbia is moving to a new location.  9th Floor, 1021 W. Hastings Street, Vancouver, BCEffective: September 1, 2024 We want to assure you that there will be no chang… Read more

Vyalev Now Included on BC PharmaCare Formulary

Friday, August 23, 2024
We are pleased to announce that, effective August 20th, Vyalev (foslevodopa/foscarbidopa solution) has been added to the British Columbia PharmaCare Formulary. This marks a significant advancement for individuals living with advanced idiopathic Parki… Read more

Office Closure: Labor Day, September 2

Monday, August 19, 2024
Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) office will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day, which is a statutory holiday in British Columbia. The office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, September 3. Please note that PSBC's regular offic… Read more

Seeking Volunteers for PD Warrior Chilliwack

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
We are looking for 5 patient volunteers for the PD Warrior workshop in Chilliwack on Saturday. September 21. Volunteers will be assessed by a physiotherapist/occupational therapist/exercise professional and participate in a group exercise class. Requ… Read more

Office Closure: BC Day, August 5

Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) office will be closed on Monday, August 5 for BC Day, which is a statutory holiday in British Columbia. The office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, August 6. Please note that PSBC's regular office hours a… Read more

Be a Part of the Parkinson Ready Program!

Saturday, July 20, 2024
In collaboration with the World Parkinson Coalition, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is launching the "Parkinson Ready" training program to promote informed care and increase awareness of Parkinson's disease (PD). This initiative is led by … Read more

Canada Day Office Closure 2024

Thursday, June 27, 2024
Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) office will be closed on Monday, July 1 for Canada Day, which is a statutory holiday in British Columbia. The office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, July 2. Please note that PSBC's regular office hours a… Read more

New Drop-In for Allied Healthcare Professional Services in Kelowna

Monday, June 17, 2024
We are excited to announce a new drop-in service at the Kelowna Movement Disorder Clinic, offering timely advice and expert direction for Parkinson's resources. The team of Social Workers, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Physical Therapists is … Read more

Office Closure: Victoria Day, May 20

Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) office will be closed on Monday, May 20 for Victoria Day, which is a statutory holiday in British Columbia. The office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, May 21. Please note that PSBC's regular office hours… Read more

Update on New Subcutaneous Therapy VYALEV™ for Advanced Parkinson's in Canada

Saturday, May 4, 2024
The introduction of VYALEV™ (foslevodopa/foscarbidopa solution) in Canada marks an advancement for those living with Parkinson's disease (PD). This new subcutaneous 24-hour infusion therapy is now available for the treatment of motor fluctuations in … Read more