Getting a head start on your holiday shopping? Look no further! Parkinson Society BC (PSBC) is hosting an online auction from November 1 (beginning at 9:00am) to November 15. Golf and spa packages, wine and family-friendly activity vouchers are all up for auction!...
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Shifting Gears for Parkinson’s resumes
Oct 12, 2017 | News
In March of 2017, Vancouverites Paul Gully and Lois Leslie departed for Europe on a cycling trip called Shifting Gears for Parkinson's. Their intent was to fundraise and raise awareness for Parkinson's disease in honour of their friend, Margaret deGrace, who lives...
Forever Inked Tattoos hosts PSBC fundraiser
Oct 4, 2017 | News
Forever Inked Tattoos in Surrey will be hosting a Spook-tattular flash event and raffle for Parkinson Society BC (PSBC). On Saturday, October 28th, three tattoo artists will offering Back to the Future and other seasonal flash designs to clients at $100 per...
Net proceeds from THOUGHTS R LIFE apparel benefit Parkinson Society BC
Sep 29, 2017 | News
THOUGHTS R LIFE is a clothing line consisting of shirts, sweaters and hoodies designed by Hilary Vanderliek. Hilary began experiencing symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) at the age of 12 and was officially diagnosed in her early twenties. Soon after, she began to...
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...