Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC) strives to offer an array of programs and services that benefit the Parkinson's community. One program that helps the community, regardless of location, is PDLink, a peer support program for people with Parkinson's and...
On March 3, 2018, it was announced that Sir Roger Bannister passed away peacefully in Oxford, England at the age of 88 [1]. Starting his athletic career at age 17, most will remember Bannister as the first athlete to break the four minute mile in 1954. Shortly...
On January 25, 2018, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) released a report recommending that apomorphine (MOVAPO) be considered for public coverage under provincial healthcare. CADTH is an independent, not-for-profit organization...
The 5th Annual Chocolate & Beer Tasting is back, this time at Postmark Brewing in downtown Vancouver. Come out, enjoy delicious morsels from Take a Fancy Chocolates paired with a variety of beer from Postmark. Entertainment will be provided...
Vancouver Coastal Health Research Insitute is one of Canada's top-funded health research institutes. Their researchers represent a multitude of health disciplines, research backgrounds and clinical occupations. Vancouver Coastal Health is currently recruiting healthy...
As of this December, Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) is now a charity option with Donate a Car Canada. Donate a Car Canada operates across the country, facilitating used or new vehicle donations, removal, recycling and junking. Perks include: free towing or pick-up...
Naturally Urban Pet Food Delivery is an East Vancouver based company that delivers dog and cat food to homes in Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and West Vancouver. As a socially and environmentally responsible business that strives to support the local economy,...
The team behind Rock Steady Boxing New Westminster are looking to introduce the program to Abbotsford in early 2018. At the moment, they are booking consultations with people with Parkinson's who live in the Fraser Valley and would be interested in this...
Hilary Vanderliek with PSBC Board Member, Richard Mayede. Photo credit: jjosue photography This fall, Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) member Hilary Vanderliek launched Thoughts R Life, an online boutique. Proceeds from apparel sales benefit PSBC's programs and services....
