Hailing from humble beginnings in Langham, Saskatchewan, Barry Humphreys embodies the definition of hard work and confidence. He rose from a junior accounts receivable clerk to Chief Financial Officer of PotashCorp, one of Canada’s largest mining corporations. A...
Our office will be closed from Wednesday, December 25 to Wednesday, January 1, 2025 (inclusive). We will reopen on Thursday, January 2, at 8:30am, resuming regular hours (8:30am-4:30pm). Parkinson Society BC wishes you happy holidays and a wonderful new year!
In the Winter edition of Viewpoints, Registered Dietician, Yolanda Wang from the Brain Wellness Program, joins us to discuss evidence-based nutrition for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), including topics such as gut health, dietary tips for low appetite, and...
"Motion is the lotion” has long been Ross McGaw’s motto. The son of a lighthouse keeper, Ross grew up by the sea on the Isle of Man in the United Kingdom but called Whistler home for 35 years with his wife, Linda. Ross began his career in 1975 as a high school teacher...
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has initiated a national strike, resulting in a complete shutdown of Canada Post’s operations. As a result, Parkinson Society British Columbia is temporarily unable to mail out resources or to receive donations by mail. In...
Our office will be closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Remembrance Day, a statutory holiday. As the holiday falls on a Monday, our usual drop-in Information & Referral day will not take place this week. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12, at...
Our office now hosts drop-in Information & Referral days every Monday. Stop by to pick up resources and connect with a team member for support with Parkinson’s-related inquiries. Our dedicated staff is here to assist you and will work to find the answers or...
This article touches on the difficult topic of suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, it’s important to seek help. The Suicide Crisis Helpline is available 24/7 and can be reached by calling or texting 9-8-8. Additionally,...
Dr. Nicholas See is focusing on the enzyme glucocerebrosidase (GCase), which, when underactive, has been linked to earlier onset and faster motor decline in PD patients. Even beyond genetic mutations, reduced GCase activity is a consistent factor in PD. Unlocking these modulators may reveal novel pathways for PD treatment and bring hope for future therapies.
