Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is hosting an art exhibit throughout August at “the Moat” gallery space at the Library Square Conference Centre. This show celebrates the strength and creativity of people with Parkinson’s and their carepartners and...
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Share your Parkinson’s journey with Global BC!
Jun 20, 2018 | News
On April 11, in recognition of World Parkinson’s Day, CKNW and Global BC ran awareness pieces featuring Larry Gifford, who is newly diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD), and an active member of the Parkinson Society BC community....
4Peaks 4PD proves ain’t no mountain high enough
Jun 6, 2018 | News
On Sunday, June 5, approximately 100 metro-Vancouver cyclists rode between SFU, Seymour, Grouse and Cypress mountains to raise awareness for Parkinson's disease. The cyclists beat 28 degree heat to complete the challenging 140 km route with 3,000 m of climbing. You...
Service Alert: Parkinson Society BC voicemail issues resolved
Jun 4, 2018 | News
As of May 31st, Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) voicemail is operating as usual. Thank you for your patience as the office worked with our service provider to resolve challenges with calls and voicemail messages that arose in early May. PSBC staff...
PSBC hosts Active Living Webinar Series
May 31, 2018 | News
As part of Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) mandate to provide information and services to British Columbians across the province, we have been making an effort to increase the quality and frequency of online events. In light of this, as well as the pivotal...
Shake, Shake, Shake raises over $21,400!
May 31, 2018 | News
Shake, Shake, Shake, a benefit concert, returned for a third year at The Imperial in Vancouver. On May 25th, guests enjoyed performances by Khari Wendell McClelland, Dawn Pemberton and Emily Chambers. VIP attendees were treated to an exclusive...
Are you aware in care? Hospitalization kits are now available
May 30, 2018 | News
In 2017, Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), in partnership with the Parkinson's Foundation, made Aware in Care kits available to British Columbians affected by Parkinson's disease (PD). These kits can be used as tools to help people with Parkinson's and...
Above and Beyond Award recipients announced
May 18, 2018 | News
We are thrilled to announce the recipients of Parkinson Society British Columbia's (PSBC) Above and Beyond Awards. These remarkable individuals, each deeply involved in the Parkinson's community, embody resilience, compassion, and an enduring commitment to enriching...
Seeking submissions for our Parkinson’s Art Exhibit
May 16, 2018 | News
Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) is seeking submissions for an art exhibit through August 2018 at “the Moat” gallery space at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch to showcase original work by local artists living with Parkinson’s disease, their...