When they were first approached about being photographed and interviewed on camera about their Parkinson's journey, Roy Amador and his daughter Richel didn't hesitate. Depsite the fact that they are first time walkers, they've already enlisted most of their family and...
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Garry Toop receives new lease on life with Deep Brain Stimulation
Sep 9, 2017 | Inspirational Stories
Garry Toop is a Kelowna resident and family man who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2005 at the age of 55. He is also one of several British Columbians who have had Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery. Deep Brain Stimulation is a surgical procedure where a...
Renew your membership for 2018
Sep 1, 2017 | News
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is a member based organization. We are proud to be part of a strong community united in dedication to improve the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. Not only are membership fees and donations a critical source of...
Cotswolds Walking Holiday begins today
Aug 31, 2017 | News
Experienced long distance walker, Brian Wood, and a group of individuals dedicated to fundraising for Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), depart for the Cotswolds in England today. They will join a seven day guided walking holiday in charming...
Partial proceeds from 2nd Annual Extravaganza Eleganza to benefit PSBC
Aug 8, 2017 | News
The Extravaganza Eleganza is back at The Columbia in New Westminster as part of New West Pride. Join a royal lineup of drag queens, including performances by Carlotta Gurl, Hope Diamond, Tequila Mockingbird, Gina Tonic, Robin Loveless, Celestial Seasons and...
Ambassadors for 5th World Parkinson Congress announced
Jul 24, 2017 | News
This month, the World Parkinson Coalition announced the World Parkinson Congress (WPC) 2019 ambassadors. Ambassadors are all living with Parkinson's disease (PD), have attended at least one past WPC and wish to help others experience this event. They will work as part...
Research subjects with advanced Parkinson’s needed as treatments considered for public funding
Jul 21, 2017 | News
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) advocates for improved awareness and treatment options for the Parkinson's community in British Columbia. One element of our advocacy plan is expansion of the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) program. DBS is a surgery that may be...
Reminders Regarding Wildfire Smoke & Air Quality
Jul 17, 2017 | News
Every year in British Columbia there are hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of wildfires (also called forest fires). The smoke from these fires effects air quality and often contains fine particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs (Environment and Climate Change...
Participants needed for study on Parkinson’s disease and the microbiome of the gut and nose
Jul 7, 2017 | News
A new research interest of Pacific Parkinson's Research Centre (PPRC) Researchers at the University of British Columbia are recruiting patients with typical PD and healthy controls, between the ages of 40-80, who are interested in participating in research in...