Parkinson Society British Columbia will be at the Salmon Arm Library with an information table offering free resources and materials about Parkinson’s disease. Drop in any time during the session to learn more, ask questions, and connect with support. Whether you're...
On April 5, 1957, Paula Shepherd arrived in Canada from Finland at the age of 10. No one in her family spoke a word of English, but she was determined to learn the language. Despite the Herculean effort, she succeeded, and in May of 1971, she earned her first degree:...
Registration and donations for Parkinson SuperWalk are now open! Join us on the weekend of September 6th & 7th as incredible British Columbians in 20 communities across the province come together to walk, raise funds, and show their support for the over 17,500 people in BC living with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
The 2024 Annual Report marks a year of meaningful change and unwavering commitment at Parkinson Society BC. We welcomed new CEO Joanne Baker, moved to a new office, and continued investing in healthcare, research, and community services. Key highlights include:...
The following is an article written by Taylor Caron of Salmo, BC, that was published in local Kootenay newspapers for Parkinson’s Awareness Month in 2025. At 46, being diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) was not on my map for the year—but...
Our office will be closed on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day statutory holiday. We will reopen with regular hours (8:30am-4:30pm) on Tuesday, May 20. As a result, there will be no drop-in Information & Referral Day on Monday, but you can schedule an in-person...
Our office will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 for Good Friday and Easter Monday. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 22 with regular hours (8:30am–4:30pm). As a result, there will be no drop-in Information & Referral Day on Monday, but you can...
In the Spring edition of Viewpoints, we delve into all things bone health for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), offering strategies and tips to increase bone mineral density safely. Additionally, April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time to highlight the...
Dr. Ali Salahpour from the University of Toronto is exploring whether combining L-DOPA, the primary treatment for Parkinson’s disease, with cannabinoid compounds can enhance its effectiveness and reduce side effects like L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia (LID). His research systematically tests multiple cannabinoids in animal models, aiming to improve Parkinson’s treatment and also discover new therapies for rare dopamine-related diseases.
