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C-OPN Annual Report 2023

Thursday, February 8, 2024
C-OPN Annual Report 2023: Showcasing Progress in Parkinson’s Research Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is pleased to share the Canadian-Open Parkinson Network (C-OPN) Annual Report 2023. This report details the achievements in Parkinson’s di… Read more

Movement Disorder Clinic in Kelowna Receives Generous Gift

Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Humphreys Family’s Generous Gift Bolsters Parkinson’s Care at Kelowna General Hospital  In a significant move aimed at enhancing care for individuals with movement disorders, the Humphreys family has made a generous donation of $1 million to the Move… Read more

SuperWalk Organizer Recruitment

Friday, January 26, 2024
Parkinson SuperWalk Organizer –Volunteer Start Date: Monday, January 29, 2024 (as soon as possible)  About Us:  Since 1969, Parkinson Society British Columbia has served to support British Columbians affected by Parkinson’s disease. Our mission is… Read more

Job Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer

Monday, January 22, 2024
With provincial scope and dynamic partnerships with health authorities in place to provide specialised support services, Parkinson Society BC is a thriving organization centred around meaningful advocacy, education and support for those living with P… Read more

Your Voice Matters: Help Shape Our Understanding of the Impact of Parkinson's Disease

Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Parkinson Society BC invites our community to contribute to a survey developed by Parkinson Canada. It aims to gather critical insights into the economic burdens faced by individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners. In understa… Read more

An Announcement from our CEO, Jean Blake

Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Dear friends of Parkinson Society BC, It has been my honour and privilege to serve the Parkinson’s community in British Columbia for over 10 years. As I am approaching my 70th birthday, I have made the decision to retire at the end of April 2024.… Read more

BC Ministry of Health Frailty Strategy Survey

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
The BC Ministry of Health is developing a strategy to support frailty prevention and reduction among community-dwelling adults (i.e. living independently, receiving home care services, or in assisted living homes) 50 years of age and older. The strat… Read more

Holiday Office Closure (2023)

Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Parkinson Society British Columbia will be closed from Monday, December 25, 2023, through Monday, January 1st, 2024 (inclusive). Our office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024. Please note that our regular office hours are between 8:… Read more

Now available: Holiday cards in support of Parkinson Society BC

Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Spread joy this holiday season by celebrating the Parkinson's community! Purchase a set of greeting cards featuring the work of inspirational artists across the province with a close connection to Parkinson’s disease (PD). Every purchase supports Par… Read more

Office Closure: Remembrance Day 2023

Monday, October 30, 2023
In observance of Remembrance Day (Saturday, November 11), Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) office will be closed on Monday, November 13. The office will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, November 14. Please note that PSBC's regular office hour… Read more