Mother's Day is less than a week away, and what better way to show appreciation for your mom than with a stunning bouquet of flowers? This year, Callia Flowers is offering Parkinson Society BC's (PSBC) community members a $5 discount on any order they place...
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Register now for Full Throttle!
Apr 27, 2023 | News
Excitement is growing for the 7th annual Full Throttle motorcycle and car ride! We are looking forward to seeing you on Sunday, May 28th! This year, there will be a car and motorcycle Show & Shine held at Lumberman's Arch Parking Lot followed by an optional...
Parkinson Society BC featured on Fairchild TV
Apr 20, 2023 | News
Parkinson Society British Columbia was recently featured on a Chinese news broadcast by Fairchild TV. The video segment, arranged by Viola Chan, sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and highlights the work being...
Upcoming volunteer opportunities – make a difference today!
Apr 18, 2023 | News
Parkinson SuperWalk is the largest annual fundraiser for Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), providing us with the funding to support critical programs and resources for those affected by Parkinson's disease. Volunteers are essential to the success of the...
“PD Poem One” by ML Ogilvie (poem)
Apr 17, 2023 | Contributor’s Corner
I will be shakingI wonderIf I will be able to take itI wonder Long enoughI wonderFor things to get doneI wonder
Paintings by Tilly Wiebe
Apr 11, 2023 | Contributor’s Corner
I began painting after my Parkinson's diagnosis in 2016, as an 'escape' from my reality. Painting has become my happy place and an anxiety reliever. For a time, I can be lost in the creativity. I enjoy the process of creating and love to see what will evolve when I...
Personal Story by Deborah Lang
Apr 11, 2023 | Contributor’s Corner
April is Parkinson's Awareness month and Parkinson Society of British Columbia has asked people with Parkinson’s to tell their stories to increase the awareness in the community. Today more than 15,000 British Colombians have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease....
Viewpoints: Spring 2023
Apr 5, 2023 | Viewpoints
The Spring 2023 issue of Viewpoints covers a range of topics related to Parkinson's disease, including expert insights from Drs. Lorraine and Suneil Kalia on the potential of focused ultrasound technology for treatment, and an overview of the Canadian-Open Parkinson...
“Living with a Partner who Has Parkinson’s” by Jackie Jonkheid (short story)
Apr 4, 2023 | Contributor’s Corner
I am Jackie, Todd’s wife of almost 2 years; we have lived together for almost 3 years, and met 4.5 years ago at the Salmo Valley Fall Fair. I knew that Todd had Parkinson’s, before we met, as we were friends on Facebook. Todd was posting about his adventure in his van...